Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Jeep Commander 2WD V8-4.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Removal
REMOVAL
WARNING: The Excessive Force Limitation (EFL) feature must be calibrated any time a sunroof motor/module is replaced with a new component. Failure to perform this procedure could result in vehicle damage and/or personal injury. Sunroof Position Calibration
1. Move glass panel to the fully closed position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
3. Remove headliner Headliner - Removal.
4. Disconnect the sunroof wire harness electrical connector (2) and separate the harness support clips (1) from the body.
5. Disconnect the front (1) and rear (2) drain tubes from sunroof housing.
6. Remove the fasteners (1) and (2) and remove the DVD support bracket, if equipped.
7. Remove the front (2) and rear (4) fasteners.
8. With the aid of a helper, support the sunroof and remove the fasteners (3) attaching sunroof assembly to roof panel.
9. Remove the sunroof from vehicle.
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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