My sunroof has the typical problem -- not a melted gear, rather one that has been bored out. So the motor works, but only when disconnected from any type of load. In other words, it won't push the sunroof.
So a while back, I removed the motor assembly (will get the replacement gear etc.) I am not concerned about the motor or gear. I will get a new gear and I'm certain I will be able to fix the motor assembly.
I have been operating the roof by hand. It takes a little bit of force, but you can do it. On hot days, I wear gloves because that sucker is hot. It's been OK.
Until today. I tried to get it into the "vent" position, and something or things snapped. Now, one side does not really want to seat, and I don't believe I will be able to manually get it open again.
Which is a problem, because according to the shop manual, to fix it, you have to open it.
Anyone been down this road before? What should I do?
