Setting the microswitch of the sliding roof > closed <

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In order to achieve an ideal setting of the glass cover of the sliding roof, the latter can be moved with the microswitch > sliding roof closed <.
If sliding roof components are replaced, it may be necessary to adjust the microswitch.
Close the sliding roof completely.
Arrow shows direction of travel.

Remove rear wall lining.
Unscrew and fold up the closing aid.
See Removing the front fabric lining .
Determine the status using the following position illustrations.

Position 1: Mount at front, microswitch activates too early.

Fig 1: Microswitch Position (Mount At Front) - Targa
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Position 2: Mount at rear, microswitch activates too late.

Fig 2: Microswitch Position (Mount At Rear) - Targa
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Position 3: Mount is vertical, microswitch position is OK.

Fig 3: Microswitch Position (Mount Vertical) - Targa
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Undo the fastening screw on the microswitch.
If the mount is at the front, shift the microswitch in direction -A- . If the mount is at the rear, shift the microswitch in direction -B- .

Fig 4: Identifying Microswitch Shifting Direction - Targa

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Position the fastening screw, open the sliding roof and close it again.
Check the position of the mount and the glass cover, adjust again if necessary.
Fastening screw: Tightening torque 3 Nm (2 ftlb.).