Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Sunroof Module-To-Roof Bolts
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  1. With the aid of an assistant, position the new sunroof module assembly into the alignment pins (2) located on the roof ring.
  2. Hand start the 2 center, side to side, sunroof module assembly to roof bolts (1) in order to hold the sunroof module into place.
  3. Finger tighten the 2 center bolts.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the remaining sunroof module to roof bolts.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten all of the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  6. Fig 2: Identifying Drain Spout
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  7. Connect the front and rear drain hoses to the drain spouts (1) on the sunroof module.
  8. Fig 3: View Of Sunroof Motor/Actuator, Electrical Connector & Screws
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  9. Install sunroof motor/actuator to the module.
  10. Install the screws to the motor/actuator.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten all of the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  11. Connect the electrical connector to the sunroof motor/actuator.
  12. Secure the harness with suitable straps.
  13. Install the air deflector. Refer to Sunroof Air Deflector ReplacementΒ .
  14. Install the sunshade. Refer to Sunroof Sunshade ReplacementΒ .
  15. Install the sunroof window and loosely install the screws. Refer to Sunroof Window ReplacementΒ .
  16. Adjust the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Height and Opening Fit AdjustmentΒ .
  17. Verify the proper operation of the sunroof before securing the headliner.
  18. Initialization/Teach the sunroof motor. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Initialization/Teach ProcessΒ .
  19. Raise and install the headliner, with the aid of an assistant. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
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