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Diagnosis and Testing > < 501-17 Roof Opening Panel|Specifications
Roof Opening Panel - Roof Opening Panel Mondeo 1997 (08/1996-09/2000)
Description and Operation

The roof opening panel is electrically operated and available as optional equipment. It requires a specific roof panel and headliner and is fitted with an air deflector. A unique roof console incorporates the interior lamp and houses the roof operating switch.

The roof opening panel operates in the following manner:

  • When the roof opening panel switch is rocked rearward, the rear edge of the roof opening panel lowers before the whole panel slides into the storage space between the roof headliner and the roof panel.
  • When the roof opening panel switch is rocked forward with the roof open, the roof opening panel moves forward either until the switch is released or the roof opening panel has fully closed.
  • The rear portion of the roof opening panel moves upward near the end of the forward travel allowing a weather-tight seal when the roof opening panel is closed.
  • When the roof opening panel switch is rocked forward, with the roof opening panel fully closed, the rear of the roof opening panel `raises' to the VENT position.
  • With the roof opening panel in the VENT position, rocking the roof opening panel switch rearward closes the roof opening panel.

Diagnosis and Testing > < 501-17 Roof Opening Panel|Specifications