07 IS250 Sunroof/ Moonroof Rattle
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07 IS250 Sunroof/ Moonroof Rattle
I did search the forums and most of the talk is about the magic 3M Silicone spray, wet or dry.
That would probably work if what you're hearing is a squeak, but what I have is a rattle, pretty much constant when the sunroof is closed or tilted, VERY annoying. Does anyone have instructions on how to remove the sunroof so I can take a look at what's going on? I think there was a TSB for it as well?
On both sides, there is a flexible rubberish cover for the rails, I have removed the one on the right and rattle is much louder, so I have probably localized the area, just have to remove the glass to take a look?
Any help is appreciated. Thx
That would probably work if what you're hearing is a squeak, but what I have is a rattle, pretty much constant when the sunroof is closed or tilted, VERY annoying. Does anyone have instructions on how to remove the sunroof so I can take a look at what's going on? I think there was a TSB for it as well?
On both sides, there is a flexible rubberish cover for the rails, I have removed the one on the right and rattle is much louder, so I have probably localized the area, just have to remove the glass to take a look?
Any help is appreciated. Thx
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Good suggestion, I did not, but there are 4 screws, 2 on each rail, that I assume keep the sunroof attached, I will try to tighten then down.
I am hoping someone has a schematic or instructions on how to properly take it apart, put it together. Torque spec as well.
Thx
I am hoping someone has a schematic or instructions on how to properly take it apart, put it together. Torque spec as well.
Thx
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Checked the 4 star head screws and they are all nice and tight. Still hope I can find instructions for the sunroof.
Yesterday, on a hot and humid day, there was no rattle
Yesterday, on a hot and humid day, there was no rattle
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This is what I found so far:
By looking at the picture above, you can see the two torx/ start screws. There are two on each side, with the moonroof closed you can remove them and push the glass out. Planning to do that next.
Does anyone have a schematic of the sunroof components?
By looking at the picture above, you can see the two torx/ start screws. There are two on each side, with the moonroof closed you can remove them and push the glass out. Planning to do that next.
Does anyone have a schematic of the sunroof components?
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thanks, I did look at that and it was good to see the bits and pieces, not much more.
I was hoping to find someone that went through this exercise and share their experience. Seems to be a very sensitive topic, without a lot of experience shared. No pics, videos that I could find
I was hoping to find someone that went through this exercise and share their experience. Seems to be a very sensitive topic, without a lot of experience shared. No pics, videos that I could find
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There was a thread on here where people were putting pieces of foam or cut up mouse pads to stop the rattle. A little gangster, yes. Did it work? They claim it did.
Either way I have to find something for mine as well...damn thing drives me nuts!
Either way I have to find something for mine as well...damn thing drives me nuts!
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You have to remove the headliner to get to those bolts. I had to drop the sunroof assembly to change out the sunshade. I posted a DIY on headliner swap with photos of the bolts etc. doubt you would want to go thru that much trouble, but its the only way to those bolts.
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thanks euroimage, that is what I thought. I ended up stuffing some hard foam between the headliner and the railing on that side. It made things better, because it acts like a damper. Without it, every time the car chassis flexes a bit I have that aluminum rubbing on metal somewhere, and it resonates through the chassis.
So far it seems that I got it under control, fingers crossed.
Next is the rearview mirror, there is a sticky on how to take it apart, mine sounds as if the mirror inside the plastic cover is loose, so it should be doable.
So far it seems that I got it under control, fingers crossed.
Next is the rearview mirror, there is a sticky on how to take it apart, mine sounds as if the mirror inside the plastic cover is loose, so it should be doable.
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The rattle is pretty annoying ... I had it. If you have any break in music, you will hear it right above your head.
I took it to the dealer and they said the problem is the sunroof housing assembly and cables and replaced these parts:
63203-53020 HOUSING SUB-ASSY, SL
63205-0E020 CABLE SUB ASSY, SLID
I took it to the dealer and they said the problem is the sunroof housing assembly and cables and replaced these parts:
63203-53020 HOUSING SUB-ASSY, SL
63205-0E020 CABLE SUB ASSY, SLID