Sunroof
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2011 E350, 2015 E350 Sport
Sunroof
Have a 2011 E350 W212 and recently noticed a wet floor mat on the passengers side. Suspecting a clogged drain on the passengers side of the sunroof I attempted to open the sunroof....no joy. So now the sunroof is inoperable . It appears to have no power so I checked the 30 amp fuse under the hood...looked ok. Next I tried to reset by toggling the switch in the prescribed sequence....no joy. So I guess that it is either a bad motor or a bad switch. Searched for a replacement switch but it appears that the switch is not sold as a switch but rather the whole overhead panel. A new panel is $$$$ but it is available on eBay.
I need some thoughts on how to proceed as I don't know if I can replace the motor if I can't open the sunroof.
Seeking some input from others.....thanks
I need some thoughts on how to proceed as I don't know if I can replace the motor if I can't open the sunroof.
Seeking some input from others.....thanks
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I will focus on the water leak first. Ignore the electrical issue.
Remove the overhead control panel first. You should see the electric motor, and hex/torx keyhole where you can fit a hex/torx key. Rotate and open the sunroof manually.
Monitor the panel is moving uniform/ symmetric, and open as much as you need. Fix the clogged drain.
Then we can proceed with the electricals
This video may help
Remove the overhead control panel first. You should see the electric motor, and hex/torx keyhole where you can fit a hex/torx key. Rotate and open the sunroof manually.
Monitor the panel is moving uniform/ symmetric, and open as much as you need. Fix the clogged drain.
Then we can proceed with the electricals
This video may help
Last edited by JCM_MB; May 15, 2024 at 01:24 PM.
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Joined: Mar 2013
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From: North Carolina
2011 E350, 2015 E350 Sport
Thanks for the input....sadly the port does not exist in my car. I know that I will have to lower/remove the whole panel to get to the motor to manually operate.
I just thought I was missing something....thanks again anyway.
I just thought I was missing something....thanks again anyway.
Last edited by lakepop; May 15, 2024 at 04:12 PM. Reason: wrong info
