Deflector, sliding blind, draining

DEFLECTOR, SLIDING BLIND, DRAINING

The sliding opening of the sunroof makes it possible to raise the deflector (1), which in this position suitably diverts the flow of air.

The deflector (1) is fastened to the fixed guide by two brackets fitted with flexible arms (6). When the sunroof is closed, or open in the "compass" position, the pad (5) presses on the flexible arms and keeps the deflector in the lowered position. In the "sliding" opening position the two flexible arms are freed, thereby allowing the deflector to raise.

Any water leaking through the sunroof seal is suitably drained by two gutters obtained on the four sides of the frame; the gutters are connected to hoses (3) by unions (4) set at the four corners of the frame. The hoses drain at the front and rear, through the drains of the engine compartment and boot respectively.

The inner sun blind (2), is connected to the frame by four spring fasteners (8); these fasteners act as pads for the running in the guide formed on the frame.

Special felt pieces (7) allow the blind to run smoothly without play.

The blind can be drawn by hand regardless of the position of the sunroof.

1. Deflector
2. Sliding blind
3. Hose
4. Union
5. Pad
6. Flexible arm
7. Felt piece
8. Spring fastener

Fig. 6 - Deflector, sliding blind, draining