Sun Shade: Service and Repair

2012 Lincoln MKS AWD V6-3.5L TurboSECTION Service and Repair



Roof Opening Panel Blind

Removal and Installation

NOTE: The roof opening panel motor(s) must be initialized when repairs are carried out on any part of the roof opening panel system, including: whenever the roof opening panel sliding glass motor or power shade motor has been removed from the roof opening panel system, the roof opening panel glass has been removed from the roof opening panel system, the roof opening panel assembly has been removed from the vehicle, a new roof opening panel motor has been installed, a new roof opening panel glass has been installed or a new roof opening panel assembly has been installed. For additional information, refer to Roof Opening Panel Motor Initialization .

1. Remove the front sliding glass panel. For additional information, refer to Roof Opening Panel Glass- Front Sliding .

2. NOTE: Note the orientation of the concertina blind to make sure it is installed correctly. An incorrectly installed concertina blind will not clip to the front sliding glass panel.
While pushing the air deflector down, carefully slide the concertina blind forward until each of the 3 guide feet can be released from the track.






3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check for correct alignment of the front sliding glass panel. For additional information, refer to Roof Opening Panel Alignment .

- Initialize the front sliding glass panel motor. For additional information, refer to Roof Opening Panel Motor Initialization .

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When to See a Mechanic

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

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