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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)11 · Bodywork
11 · Body & interior

Adjusting the position of the sunroof glass

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
External trim › Adjusting the position of the sunroof glass
BodyworkAdjusting the position of the sunroof glass
  1. Refit the front and the rear drainage hoses as shown in the diagram.
Diagram showing front and rear drainage hoses
  • if necessary replace the sunroof seal (the joint in the seal is towards the front).

NOTE: After refitting adjust the position of the sunroof glass as described in the following paragraph.

ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE SUNROOF GLASS

NOTE: To adjust the position of the sunroof glass two operators are needed, one working from the inside and one from the outside.

The operator working outside the vehicle centres the glass in its seating in the roof of the vehicle and level with the surface of the roof. The operator working on the inside tightens the adjustment screws.

  • Open the sunroof the quarterlight position.
  • Remove the internal protective strips from the sliding mechanisms.
  • Close the roof.
  1. Loosen the six adjustment screws (three screws on each side).
  2. Correctly position the glass longitudinally and vertically.
  3. Tighten the six screws.
Diagram showing sunroof glass adjustment screws

SUNROOF GLASS PANEL

Removal/Refitting

  • Open the sunroof to the quarterlight position.
  1. Open the sliding blind and remove the two protective strips.
  2. Loosen the three screws securing each side of the glass to the sliding mechanisms.
  3. Lift up the glass and remove it from the outside.
Diagram showing sunroof glass panel with screws

ALIGNING THE RUNNERS

If the parts of the sunroof command system are malfunctioning and/or being replaced it is also necessary to realign the runners which carry the roof and the relative coupling with the motor, as follows:

  • Remove the glass from the sunroof (see specific paragraph)
  • Disconnect the electric motor without however disconnecting the electrical connections (see specific paragraph).

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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