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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open the sunshade to the full open position.
  2. Remove the sunroof module upper frame. Refer to Sunroof Frame Replacement - Upper .
  3. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Guides
    GM1402326Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the guides (1) from the sliders (2).
  5. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Drive Cables
    GM1774163Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the drive cables and sliders (1) from the guides.
  7. Fig 3: Removing Lever
    GM1774164Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the lever (1) by rotating it forward and slide it together with the locker slider forward.
  9. Fig 4: Lever Removal
    GM1774165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the lever carefully by using a flat-bladed tool between the track and the levers.

    The track is not serviceable. If damaged replace the sunroof window.

  11. Fig 5: Removing Front End Of Locker Slider
    GM1774166Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the front end of the locker slider to the outside and slide it forward.
  13. Fig 6: Applying Light Coat Of Lubricant
    GM1774167Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Apply a light coat of lubricant (1) to the following parts:
    • The guides
    • The curve of the driving slider
    • The lever
    • The locker sliders
    • The track is not serviceable. If damaged replace the sunroof window.

      It bonded to the sunroof window panel.