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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2043 (SUNROOF SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUNROOF FRAME REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Sunroof Frame Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Sunroof Frame Replacement
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Fig 1: View Of Sunroof Module & Bolts
GM1672142Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Sunroof Frame Replacement

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
  2. Remove the air deflector. Refer to Sunroof Air Deflector Replacement .
  3. Lower the headliner as needed. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (LWB w/U42 w/o CF5) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (LWB w/CJ2) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SWB w/o CF5 and U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (LWB w/CJ3) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT w/CF5 w/o U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SWB w/CF5 w/o U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT w/U24 w/o CF5) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (LWB w/CF5 and U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT w/CF5 and U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT w/CJ3) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SWB w/CF5 and U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SWB w/U42 w/o CF5) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (LWB w/CF5 w/o U42) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (SWB w/CJ3) , Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Avalanche w/CJ2 w/o CF5 and U42) .
  4. Remove the front sunroof module bracket. Refer to Sunroof Module Bracket Replacement .
  5. Remove the sunroof motor/actuator. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Replacement .
  6. Remove the sunroof wiring harness.
  7. Remove the sunshade. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade Assembly Replacement .
1 Sunroof Module Bolts (Qty: 10)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution

  1. Remove the drain hoses from each side of the drain weeper valve.
  2. With the aid of assistant, remove the module from the vehicle.

Tighten 
9 N.m (80 lb in)
2 Sunroof Module
TIP:  When tightening the bolts, follow the mandatory sequence.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.