Why is my 944 sunroof not working properly?

Why is my 944 sunroof not working properly?

Next to the plastic sunroof gears stripping, this is the single most common failure I’ve seen on 944 sunroofs. When the sunroof fails to move at all in either direction (i.e. the motor will not actuate), failure of this micro-switch is the most likely candidate. A blown sunroof motor fuse or a failed console switch can cause the same indications.

How many limit switches are on a pelican sunroof?

All sunroofs installed since February 1986 have three limit switches at the motor assembly. Prior to that they had two. On the newer style sunroofs, two of the micro-switches are ganged together and are visible from the front of the assembly.

Where is the sunroof drive motor located on a car?

The sunroof drive motor assembly is located in the rear hatch area behind the vertical section of carpet on the driver’s side of the car. On most cars the motor assembly will have a plastic cover over it which is held in place by six Phillips head screws.

Next to the plastic sunroof gears stripping, this is the single most common failure I’ve seen on 944 sunroofs. When the sunroof fails to move at all in either direction (i.e. the motor will not actuate), failure of this micro-switch is the most likely candidate. A blown sunroof motor fuse or a failed console switch can cause the same indications.

Is the Porsche 968 still on the market?

The 1992–95 Porsche 968 is enjoying a lengthy surprise-and-delight campaign that has gained significant momentum in the last couple of years. Better late than never, people.

Where is the sunroof located on a pelican?

First remove the sunroof from the car. If necessary operate the sunroof manually to retract the lifting arms for removal. If you haven’t located the motor assembly yet, it is behind the vertical section of carpet in the rear hatch area (behind the hatch compartment light). The carpet is held in place by plastic push plugs.

All sunroofs installed since February 1986 have three limit switches at the motor assembly. Prior to that they had two. On the newer style sunroofs, two of the micro-switches are ganged together and are visible from the front of the assembly.

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