NISSAN ALMERA 2001 Service Manual

AdjustmentNJBT0020Install motor & limit SW assembly and sunroof rail assembly in the following sequence:
1. Arrange equal lengths of link and wire assemblies on both sides of sunroof opening.
2. Connect sunroof connector to sunroof switch and positive (+) power supply.
3. Set lid assembly to fully closed position
by operating OPEN switch and TILT switch.
4. Fit outer side of lid assembly to the surface of roof on body outer panel.
5. Remove motor, and keep OPEN switch pressed until motor pinion gear reaches the end of its rotating
range.
6. Install motor.
7. Check that motor drive gear fits properly in wires.
8. Press TILT-UP switch to check lid assembly for normal tilting.
9. Check sunroof lid assembly for normal operations (tilt-up, tilt-down, open, and close).
SBF920F
RemovalNJBT0021+After any adjustment, check sunroof operation and lid align-
ment.
+Handle finisher plate and glass lid with care so not to cause
damage.
+It is desirable for easy installation to mark each point before
removal.
CAUTION:
Always work with a helper.
SUNROOF
Adjustment
BT-63

SBT838
*1 BT-43 *2 EL-292
SUNROOF
Removal (Cont'd)
BT-64

NBT193
SUNROOF
Removal (Cont'd)
BT-65

SBT826
Record the number of shims placed between glass lid assem-
bly and link and wire assembly. Remove securing nuts and glass
lid assembly.
SBT827
Remove screws from left and right sides of each wind deflector
holder. Extract pawls through rail holes, then remove left and right
sides of wind deflector holder. Remove screws from front end of
sunroof unit. Extract pawls through frame holes, then remove wind
deflector from frame assembly.
SBT828
CAUTION:
+Before removing sunroof motor, make sure that sunroof is
fully closed.
+After removing sunroof motor, never attempt to rotate
sunroof motor as a single unit.
SBT829
Remove shade stoppers (2 points) from rear end of sunroof
frame assembly. Remove sun shade from rear end of sunroof
frame assembly.
SUNROOF
Removal (Cont'd)
BT-66

Trouble Diagnoses=NJBT0022DIAGNOSTIC TABLENJBT0022S01NOTE:
For diagnosing electric problem, refer to ªELECTRIC SUNROOFº
in EL section.
Check items (Components)
Wind deflector Adjustment Drain hoses WeatherstripLink and wire
assembly
Reference page BT-67 BT-68 BT-69 BT-69 BT-70
SymptomExcessive wind
noise12 3
Water leaks 1 2 3
Sunroof rattles1423
Excessive opera-
tion noise123
The numbers in this table mean checking order.
SBT331
WIND DEFLECTORNJBT0022S021. Open lid.
2. Check visually for proper installation.
3. Check to ensure a proper amount of petroleum jelly has been
applied to wind deflector connection points; apply if necessary.
SBT332
4. Check that wind deflector is properly retracted by hand. If it is
not, remove and visually check condition. (Refer to removal
procedures, BT-63.) If wind deflector is damaged, replace with
new one. If wind deflector is not damaged, re-install properly.
SUNROOF
Trouble Diagnoses
BT-67

ADJUSTMENTNJBT0022S03
SBT004A
If any height difference between glass lid and roof is found, check
glass lid fit and adjust as follows:
Height Difference AdjustmentNJBT0022S03021. Tilt glass lid up and down.
2. Check height difference between roof panel and glass lid to
see if it is as ªA-Aº as shown in the figure above.
3. If necessary, adjust it by using one of following procedures.
+Adjust by adding or removing adjustment shim(s) between
glass lid and link assembly.
+If glass lid protrudes above roof panel, add shim(s) or plain
washer(s) at sunroof mounting bracket or stud bolt locations to
adjust sunroof installation as required.
SUNROOF
Trouble Diagnoses (Cont'd)
BT-68

DRAIN HOSESNJBT0022S04
SBT005A
SBT333
1. Remove headlining to access drain hose connections. (Refer
to ªROOF TRIMº, BT-43, for detail.)
2. Check visually for proper connections, damage or deteriora-
tion.
(The figure shows only the front side.)
SBT820
3. If leakage occurs around luggage room, remove luggage room
side trim and check connecting area. Check for proper
connection, damage or tear.
4. Remove drain hoses and check visually for any damage,
cracks, or deterioration.
5. Pour water into drain hoses and find damaged portion.
+If any damaged portion is found at each step, replace the
damaged part.
WEATHERSTRIPNJBT0022S05+In the case of leakage around glass lid, close glass lid and pour
water over glass lid to find damaged or gap portion.
1. Remove glass lid assembly. (Refer to removal procedures,
BT-63, for details.)
2. Visually check weatherstrip for proper installation. If a gap
exists between glass lid and weatherstrip, check for sufficient
amount of butyl seal. If required, remove weatherstrip and
apply butyl seal.
Refer to ªEXTERIORº, BT-47, for details.
SUNROOF
Trouble Diagnoses (Cont'd)
BT-69

3. Check weatherstrip visually for any damage, deterioration, or
flattening.
+If any damage is found, replace weatherstrip.
CAUTION:
Do not remove weatherstrip except when replacing, or filling
up butyl seal.
LINK AND WIRE ASSEMBLYNJBT0022S06NOTE:
Before replacing a suspect part, carefully ensure it is the source of
noise being experienced.
1. Check link to determine if coating film has peeled off to such
an extent that substrate is visible. Check also to determine if
link is the source of noise. If it is, replace it.
2. Visually check to determine if a sufficient amount of petroleum
jelly has been applied to wire or rail groove. If not, add petro-
leum jelly as required.
3. Check wire for any damage or deterioration. If any damage is
found, remove rear guide (refer to removal procedures, BT-63,
for details), then replace wire.
SUNROOF
Trouble Diagnoses (Cont'd)
BT-70

SBF034BA
Removal and InstallationNJBT0023REMOVALNJBT0023S01After removing moldings, remove glass using piano wire or power
cutting tool and an inflatable pump bag.
WARNING:
When cutting the glass from the vehicle, always wear safety
glasses and heavy gloves to help prevent glass splinters from
entering your eyes or cutting your hands.
CAUTION:
+Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
+Do not set or stand the glass on its edge. Small chips may
develop into cracks.
SBT472
SBT473
INSTALLATIONNJBT0023S02+Use a genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit or equivalent
and follow the instructions furnished with it.
+While the urethane adhesive is curing, open a door win-
dow. This will prevent the glass from being forced out by
passenger compartment air pressure when a door is
closed.
+The molding must be installed securely so that it is in
position and leaves no gap.
+Inform the customer that the vehicle should remain sta-
tionary until the urethane adhesive has completely cured
(preferably 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature
and humidity.
WARNING:
+Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive
are flammable.
+The materials contained in the kit are harmful if
swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Avoid contact
with the skin and eyes.
+Use in an open, well ventilated location. Avoid breathing
the vapors. They can be harmful if inhaled. If affected by
vapor inhalation, immediately move to an area with fresh
air.
+Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has com-
pletely cured may affect the performance of the wind-
shield in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
+Do not use an adhesive which is past its usable term.
Shelf life of this product is limited to six months after the
date of manufacture. Carefully adhere to the expiration or
manufacture date printed on the box.
+Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Ideally,
they should be stored in a refrigerator.
WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS
Removal and Installation
BT-71

+Do not leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended
with their caps open or off.
+The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or
until the urethane adhesive has completely cured. Curing
time varies depending on temperature and humidities. The
curing time will increase under higher temperatures and
lower humidities.
WINDSHIELDNJBT0023S03
SBT006AA
Repairing Water Leaks for WindshieldNJBT0023S0301Leaks can be repaired without removing and reinstalling glass.
If water is leaking between the urethane adhesive material and
body or glass, determine the extent of leakage. This can be
done by applying water to the windshield area while pushing
glass outward.
To stop the leak, apply primer (if necessary) and then urethane
adhesive to the leak point.
WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS
Removal and Installation (Cont'd)
BT-72