Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 471

Fig. 588: Removing/Installing Drain Channel 
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4. To insert the remaining two feet (2) apply force to the middle front of sunshade (3) and guide them into 

the track.  

5. Check that all the feet are in the right track and verify sunshade operation.  

6. Install the drain trough, see INSTALLATION.  

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

DESCRIPTION 

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

Vehicles equipped with a power sunroof utilize a sunroof control switch. On this model, the sunroof control 
switch is located in the overhead console, in between the two reading lamps. The switch is mounted in the 
overhead console with four plastic retaining tabs, molded into the switch housing. 

 

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This switch incorporates four selections of operation open, auto open, close and vent. The individual switches in 
the sunroof control switch unit cannot be repaired. If one switch is damaged or faulty, the entire sunroof control 
switch unit must be replaced. 

OPERATION 

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

With the operation of the sunroof control switch, voltage is directed to the sunroof motor, through the switch 
contacts or control module. If the control switch is depressed and held depressed the voltage signal is controlled 
manually through the switch contacts, so when the switch is released the sunroof stops. 

Refer to the Owner's Manual for more information on the operation of the sunroof switch and system. 

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING 

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

The following test will determine if the sunroof control switch is operating properly. 

1. Remove the overhead console from the headliner, refer to REMOVAL .  

2. Remove the sunroof control switch from the overhead console, see REMOVAL.  

3. Using an ohmmeter, test the switch terminals for proper continuity using the table below. If any of the 

terminals do not show proper continuity, replace the sunroof control switch.  

REMOVAL 

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.  

2. Remove the overhead console from the headliner, refer to REMOVAL .  

3. Disconnect the sunroof control switch electrical connector. Depress the connector retaining tab and pull 

the connector straight out.  

4. To remove the switch from the overhead console, push on the back of the switch until it comes free from 

the overhead console.  

INSTALLATION 

SWITCH - SUNROOF CONTROL 

1. Install the switch in the overhead console assembly. Be certain the switch is securely snapped in place. 

SWITCH POSITION (DEPRESSED)

CONTINUITY BETWEEN TERMINALS

VENT (V)

3, 4

OPEN (AUTO)

1, 4

CLOSE

2, 4

 

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2. Connect the sunroof control switch electrical connector. Be certain the switch connector is securely 

snapped in place.  

3. Install the overhead console, refer to INSTALLATION .  

4. Connect the negative battery cable.  

TROUGH - SUNROOF 

REMOVAL 

TROUGH - SUNROOF 

Fig. 589: Separating/Installing Trough Pins From Glass Lift Mechanisms 
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1. Remove the glass, see REMOVAL.  

2. Separate the trough pins (3) from the glass lift mechanisms (1). 

 

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Fig. 590: Pushing Down On Center Of Trough To Flatten It Out And Installing Remaining Trough 
Guide And Guide Shoe Into Track 
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3. Slide trough (1) to one side and push down on the center of the trough until the guide shoe tab (3) releases 

from the track (2).  

4. Slide the trough in the opposite direction to release the other shoe and lift the trough out of the sunroof 

opening.  

INSTALLATION 

TROUGH - SUNROOF 

Fig. 591: Pushing Down On Center Of Trough To Flatten It Out And Installing Remaining Trough 
Guide And Guide Shoe Into Track 
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1. Insert one of the trough guides (3) and guide shoe (2) into the track. 

 

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