Neon L4-2.0L DOHC (1996)
Sunroof / Moonroof Motor: All Technical Service Bulletins
Sunroof - Ratcheting Noise When Opening Or Closing
NUMBER: 23-49-99
GROUP: Body
DATE: Nov. 12, 1999
SUBJECT:
Sunroof Makes A Ratcheting Type Noise When Opening Or Closing
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the motor bracket drive tube locator.
MODELS:
1996 - 1999 (PL) Neon
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The sunroof makes a ratcheting type noise while opening or closing. The noise is most noticeable at the full open or full closed position. The noise is
caused by an oversized drive tube locator allowing the motor gear to override the drive tubes.
DIAGNOSIS:
While opening and closing the sunroof listen for the ratcheting noise, if the noise is heard perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
05016539AA
Locator, Motor Bracket Drive Tube
4
04856501
Tie Strap
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
THIS REPAIR IS COMPATIBLE WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLER'S MOBILE SERVICE PROGRAM AND DOES NOT REQUIRE HOISTS OR
OTHER FULL SERVICE FACILITY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT.
1.
Remove the sunroof module following the procedure in the 1999 Neon Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-9125) page 23-14.
2.
Ensure that the sunroof module is in the full closed position and remove the sunroof motor from the sunroof module assembly.
