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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? 

    Yes  : ADJUST the roof opening panel. REFER to ROOF OPENING PANEL ALIGNMENT  in this article. VERIFY all bolts are tightened to specification. TEST the system for normal operation.

    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? 

    Yes  : GO to C3.

    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? 

    Yes  : GO to C4.

    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? 

    Yes  : GO to C5.

    No  : INSTALL the opening shield correctly. REFER to ROOF OPENING PANEL SHIELD  in this article. 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? 

    Yes  : GO to C6.

    No  : REMOVE all obstructions and REPAIR or INSTALL a new air deflector. REFER to AIR DEFLECTOR  in this article. 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? 

    Yes  : The system is operating normally.

    No  : REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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