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Pinpoint Test C: The Roof Opening Panel Rattles

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  1. C1 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL GLASS OPERATION 
    • Check the roof opening panel glass during operation.
    • Is the roof opening panel glass loose? 
    1. YES  : ADJUST the roof opening panel. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Alignment . VERIFY all bolts are tightened to specification. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  C2.
  2. C2 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL TRACKS 
    • Open the roof opening panel glass.
    • Check the tracks for obstructions or signs of damage.
    • Are the tracks OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C3.
    2. NO  : REMOVE any obstructions. REPAIR the roof opening panel tracks as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. C3 CHECK THE DRAIN CHANNELS AND GUIDES 
    • Check the drain channel and channel guides for any loose fasteners or obstructions.
    • Is the drain channel installed securely and free from foreign material? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C4.
    2. NO  : REMOVE all foreign material from the drain channel and INSTALL securely. TEST the system for normal operation.
  4. C4 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL SHIELD 
    • Check the roof opening panel shield for correct installation.
    • Is the roof opening panel shield installed correctly? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C5.
    2. NO  : INSTALL the opening shield correctly. REFER to Roof Opening Panel Shield . TEST the system for normal operation.
  5. C5 CHECK THE AIR DEFLECTOR 
    • Check the air deflector for obstructions and damage.
    • Is the air deflector OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  C6.
    2. NO  : REMOVE all obstructions and REPAIR or INSTALL a new air deflector. REFER to Air Deflector . TEST the system for normal operation.
  6. C6 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL 
    • Make sure the roof opening panel frame, drain tubes and wire harnesses are free from obstructions and damage, and are securely fastened.
    • Is the roof opening panel assembly OK? 
    1. YES  : The system is operating normally.
    2. NO  : REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
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