Sunroof Motor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position sunroof assembly in full open position.
Remove headlining, refer to "HEADLINGS ".
Remove motor mounting screws.
Disconnect harness connector to remove sunroof motor.

CAUTION:

When removing the sunroof motor, be sure that the sunroof is in the fully open position.
Never run the removed motor as a single unit.

Fig 1: Identifying Sunroof Motor Mounting Screws And Sunroof Switch Bracket

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.