Sliding Roof - Diagnostic Tips
BODYBO020-01
August 17, 2001
Title:
SLIDING ROOF DIAGNOSTIC TIPS
Models:
'97 - '01 TMMK Camry
Introduction
The 1997 - 2001 model year TMMK Camry sliding roof assembly components are now available as service parts. Additional diagnostic and repair information has been developed to supplement the Repair Manual and to provide service tips for the sliding roof components.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 1997 - 2001 model year Camry vehicles built in the US (TMMK).
Warranty Information
Parts Information
Repair Procedure
Service Tips
^ The recommended sliding roof removal and disassembly procedure is provided in the 2001 Camry Repair Manual, pages BO-62 through BO-65. Take time to read the procedure before disassembling the sliding roof assembly.
^ When the system is diagnosed and the failed part is identified, the failed part can be removed by following the disassembly procedure in the 2001 Camry Repair Manual pages B-66 through BO-67. Adjustment information is available on pages BO-68 and B-69.
^ Electrical diagnosis information can be found:
^ 2001 Camry Repair Manual, pages BE-89 through BE-92.
^ 2001 Camry Electrical Wiring Diagram, pages 168 through 170.
The following service tips are not provided in the Repair Manuals:
Drain Tube Function
^ To clear clogs in the drain tubes, insert a long speedometer cable.
^ A long speedometer cable can be inserted into each drain, to determine if the drain tubes are exiting to the ground instead of inside the vehicle.
^ Do NOT blast air down the tube because this can cause the drain tube to become disconnected from the sliding roof.
Guide Pin Adjustment
^ Adjustments are noted in the 2001 Camry Repair Manual, page BO-69.
^ In addition, when the guide pin roller moves up and down, the Lift Arm should be able to move forward-backward a distance of 0.6 mm +/-0.2 mm.
Rear Drain Cap Installation
^ The Repair Manual recommends applying Seal Packing P/N 08826-00090 for installation of the drain cap. Since this product is not available through the parts department, the recommended product is:
3M Windo-Weld Sealer - Black
(3M Part Number 08606)
Moon Roof Opening Trim Removal
^ The opening trim has three integrated snaps. First remove the front section in a perpendicular motion, then remove the other sections.
Glass Panel Removal
^ If the screws (4 screws, Torx Screw Driver) cannot be reached, move the sliding roof forward by turning the motor drive shaft with a hex wrench.
^ Assure the glass panel is adjusted according to the specifications in the 2001 Camry Repair Manual page BO-62.
Glass Panel Adjustment
1. Glass Panel Closed, Skewed in the Opening
^ Tilt the glass panel
^ From the outside of the vehicle, loosen the guide pin.
^ Move the guide pin rearward in small increments, until glass closes evenly and exhibits no popping sound. Tighten the pin.
^ Cycle the sliding roof to verify proper adjustment.
2. Glass Panel Tilts Down but Does Not Retract
^ Tilt the glass panel
^ From the outside of the vehicle, loosen the guide pin.
^ Move the pin forward in small increments, until the glass retracts quietly. Tighten the pin.
^ Cycle the sliding roof to verity proper adjustment.
Sunshade Difficult to Move
^ Confirm the opening trim molding is attached to the headliner so it does not contact the sunshade.
^ If the trim is pushed up, it will rub against the sunshade and cause the sunshade to drag.