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Old Mar 25, 2019 | 09:03 PM
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2011 C300 Sunroof Pulsates when Closing

I've got a 2011 C300 and the sunroof pulsates when closing. It moves perfectly fine and smoothly when opening. I cleaned and lubricated the tracks and it did not make a difference.

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Old Mar 25, 2019 | 09:08 PM
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Needs to be recalibrated. A good Indy can do it.
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Old Mar 25, 2019 | 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by timlippold
Needs to be recalibrated. A good Indy can do it.
Is this the same as doing a sunroof reset?
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Old Mar 25, 2019 | 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Sukh167
Is this the same as doing a sunroof reset?
It might be. I am not 100% sure. When I had this issue my mechanic fixed it quickly. Only charged me $20!
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No, the fix for this is very lengthy and includes dropping the headliner. (not recommended)

There are torx? screws that need to be tightened.

Just live with it! It's a known issue that plagues several MB models.
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Old Mar 26, 2019 | 11:42 PM
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No, the fix for this is very lengthy and includes dropping the headliner. (not recommended)

There are torx? screws that need to be tightened.

Just live with it! It's a known issue that plagues several MB models.
You know what, you're right I got a great deal on this car and it's been great. I don't have to nitpick small things like this. I can definitely still enjoy the sunroof just minor inconveniences are okay!!
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Old Mar 27, 2019 | 05:46 PM
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You know what, you're right I got a great deal on this car and it's been great. I don't have to nitpick small things like this. I can definitely still enjoy the sunroof just minor inconveniences are okay!!
I would have it looked at. It might be a quick fix like mine was. Why live with it if it can be fixed.
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Old Mar 28, 2019 | 03:56 AM
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My 08 300 sunroof started pulsating when closing just a few months after I took delivery of the car. Dealer fixed it under warranty. Told me that it required a software update. Has operated OK since then.
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