Inspection and Adjustment: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Wind Deflector
- Open glass lid assembly fully.
- Visually check for proper installation, damaged/deteriorated components, or foreign objects within mechanism. Correct as required for smooth operation.
- Check for grease at the wind deflector arm (1) and pivot areas. If necessary, apply a sufficient amount of grease for non-binding operation.
- Check that the wind deflector (1) moves freely within the sunroof unit assembly while manually pressing down and releasing. If a malfunction is detected, remove the sunroof unit assembly and visually inspect; refer to "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ". If damage is found, replace either wind deflector (1) or sunroof unit assembly as required.
Link And Wire Assembly
NOTE:
Before replacing a suspect part, make sure it is the source of noise being experienced.
- Check link to determine if coating film has peeled off excessively enough that substrate is visible. Check also to determine if link is the source of noise. Replace as necessary.
- Visually check to determine if a sufficient amount of grease has been applied to wire or rail groove. If not, add grease as required.
- Check wire for any damage or deterioration. If any damage is found, replace sunroof unit assembly.
Weatherstrip
- Visually check weatherstrip for damage, deterioration, or deformation.
- Open glass lid partially to inspect front edge of weatherstrip.
- Tilt up glass lid fully to inspect sides and rear edge of weatherstrip.
If any area of the weatherstrip is found to be damaged, replace as required.
- Check for leakage around glass lid assembly.
- Close glass lid assembly.
- Pour water around surface to determine area of concern.
- For gaps or misalignment, adjust glass lid to specifications. Refer to "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ".
- For damaged sealing surfaces, either replace glass lid weatherstrip, or repair the sealing panel.