Help diagnose my sunroof issue - Tuner-Junction

njn63 · #1 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 03:36 AM

I havn't even started looking at diagrams yet but I think this is going to be one of 35 winter projects that won't ever get done. It's been broke for a frigging year already so I probably should fix it before it gets worse.

Symptoms:
-Operates normally (forward and reverse) until it goes past 1/2 way back.
-When it gets around 1/2 way it acts like it drops down (back goes down maybe 1/2") and then it won't slide forward past 1/2 way.
-Will slide forward if I hold the back up to normal height and press the switch.

I assume it's something stupid but I don't have time to look at the diagrams right now and I know there are a few people here that know these assembly's well.

Calicab · #2 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 07:50 AM

it sounds like the running track is out of place, try to follow the track back with your hand, and if you feel where it may be bent, give it a yank and try to straighten it out.

another possibiblity( depending on whrre you live) is that the track its self( highly unlikley) rusted and now there it a gap where it is dropping

its going to be really rough to see in there, but i would try to check for a bent running track

xTimx · #3 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 11:03 AM

its exactly whats happen with my sunroof nick. only there was no stopper on the one side, so when i went to close it..it would only close to half way.

A_White_Gs-R · #4 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 11:26 AM

sounds like the tracks.

drummingpariah · #5 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by xTimx

its exactly whats happen with my sunroof nick. only there was no stopper on the one side, so when i went to close it..it would only close to half way.

Exactly what happened with mine, until it eventually rusted shut (sat for 6 months in the snow). It would go all the way open, then only closed halfway unless I pushed up on the "magic spot" with my hand while the motor pushed forward.

palentyr · #6 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 12:33 PM

I think that happens with all CRX sunroofs, my rex did the same thing. really the only good way to fix it from what i understand is to remove the head liner remove the sunroof and replace it.

Juicy19 · #7 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 12:40 PM

It's been mentioned, but at least one of your stoppers has broken and fallen off. You'll have to remove the sunroof panel. There's no need to remove the headliner to do this. Just check the shop manual, perfect instructions there. I think I paid $5 or so for a new stopper from the dealership. It's an easy fix, just be carefull to not scratch the roof while removing/installing the panel.

I just did this a few months ago, so if you have any other questions about this, let me know.

njn63 · #8 (**permalink**) October 23rd, 2007, 01:35 PM

It's definitely not rust, my tracks are in pretty good shape along with the sunroof. Bent isn't out of the question (it did happen after driving an hour or so with it open at 80+ mph) but I kinda doubt it because it's such a pronounced thing when it drops.

Sounds like the stopper is the most likely culprit. I might dig into it this weekend if I have time but I doubt it.

88crxSi · #9 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 12:59 AM

I'll have to dig through some shit but theres a chance i have an extra "stopper". I know the piece they are referring to but i cant remember if i ordered an extra or not.

njn63 · #10 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 88crxSi

I'll have to dig through some shit but theres a chance i have an extra "stopper". I know the piece they are referring to but i cant remember if i ordered an extra or not.

Does that include installation?

drummingpariah · #11 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by njn63

Does that include installation?

Damn you all, having people who live in your ... well, anywhere near you! I thought Mass would have more tuners in general.

Pooch 1069 · #12 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 02:33 AM

yo nick and austin i'll help out too since i live by you guys haha