Hyundai Tucson Quiz
Body Work (Interior and Exterior)

Sunroof

In this manual: Body Work (Interior and Exterior)
General Information — 17Engine Mechanical System — 51Engine Electrical System — 26Emission Control System — 23Engine/Fuel Control System — 44Clutch System — 12MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYSTEM — 12AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM — 42Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 14Drive Shaft and Axle — 22Suspension System — 30Steering System — 16Restraint — 21Braking System — 47Body Work (Interior and Exterior) — 145Body Electrical System — 162Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning — 39
29steps
~174min
5/5difficulty
0102030405029.422N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

Component location

1. Sunroof Assembly

Repair Procedures

REPLACEMENT

[Disassembly]
  1. Remove the headliner. (Refer to Roof Trim — "Roof Trim")
  2. Remove the windshield. (Refer to Windshield)
  3. Remove the roof rack. (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "Luggage Rack")
  4. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the roof moulding (A).
  5. Loosen the sunroof nuts (A). (Before)
    (Rear)
  6. Loosen the sunroof bolts (A).
  7. Pull the square wire (A) outward, then pull in the direction of the arrow to cut the remaining sealant on the front edge (B).
  8. When the wiring harness is visible in the body, pull the wiring (A) in the direction indicated by the arrow.
  9. Pull the square wire (B) outward, then pull in the direction of the arrow to cut the remaining sealant on the part at the front (A-A).
    • B(1): Work inside the vehicle
    • B(2): Work outside the vehicle
  10. Pull the square wire (B) to the sides, then apply force in the direction of the arrow to cut off the remaining sealant on the part side (A-A).
    • B(1): Work inside the vehicle
    • B(2): Work outside the vehicle
  11. Disconnect the side bracket using a flat-tip screwdriver and pull the cable (A) inward.
  12. Pull the square wire (B) to the sides, then apply force in the direction of the arrow to cut off the remaining sealant on the rear part side (A-A).
    • B(1): Work inside the vehicle
    • B(2): Work outside the vehicle
  13. Remove the panoramic sunroof assembly (A) after cutting the sealant around all sides.
  14. Scrape off the old adhesive with a knife to a thickness of approximately 2 mm (0.08 in.) on the bonding surface of the panoramic sunroof opening flange.
  15. Clean the body bonding surface with a sponge soaked in alcohol. After cleaning, remove oil, grease and water from the surface.
  16. Clean the body panel edge and the panoramic sunroof with alcohol or an air gun.
  17. Apply primer to the body panel edge.
  18. Apply primer to the edge of the panoramic sunroof.
  19. Install the seal (B) on the panoramic sunroof (A) using an adhesive gun.
  20. When installing the panoramic sunroof, align the center hole of the device housing (A) with the body flange. (Front)
    (Rear)
  21. After installing the panoramic sunroof, check the alignment and gaps on both sides.
    SECTION Alignment Measure
    FRONT A-A 1.0 mm (0.0394 in.) 6 ± 1 mm (0.2362 ± 0.0394 in.)
    REAR B-B -0.95 to 0.55 mm (-0.0374 to 0.0217 in.) 5 ± 1 mm (0.1969 ± 0.0394 in.)
    Side CC - 4 ± 1 mm (0.1575 ± 0.0394 in.)

  22. Install the panoramic sunroof mounting nuts (A). (Front)

    Torque: 19.6 ~ 29 N·m

    (Rear)

    Torque: 19.6 ~ 29 N·m

  23. Install the panoramic sunroof bolts (A).

    Torque: 19.6 ~ 29 N·m

  24. Install the windshield. (Refer to Windshield)
  25. To make sure the applied sealant is fully cured, leave the vehicle on a level surface for at least 4 hours after installing the panoramic sunroof.
  26. Perform a water leak test.
  27. Install the rear roof molding (A).
  28. Install the roof rack. (Refer to Body Side Moldings - Roof Rack)
  29. Install the headliner. (Refer to Roof Trim - Roof Trim)
(Installed)

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