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Volkswagen Jetta Sunroof Q. Hi, I would like to check with you, what I can do about my sunroof on a 1994 Volkswagen Jetta, 2.0 liter, 4 cylinder. It has two way to be open. I open rear side up. And it stuck in this position. Actually right side can go up and down, but left side is always open. I looked on sunroof from inside. I can see how right side slider (name??) is moving, however left side slider never moved.

I tried to close sunroof manually, same effect. Left side does not move. I think it should some link (cable??) which move this slider. Could you please, explain how this mechanism work and can be fixed?

Sincerely,
Leonid

A. Sunroof repairs are always a pain. In this model you can remove the cable drive separately and you may possibly wind up removing the whole sunroof carrier assembly to replace the cables and guides. This is something I would recommend only an advanced DIY to do.

If you think you are up to the challenge, it's pretty straightforward.

1. Glass panel for sunroof
2. Panel seal
3. Trim frame
4. Headliner To 08.94
5. Headliner From 09.94
6. Carrier unit
7. Hex key for emergency operation
8. Wind deflector
9. Threaded fitting
10. Screw
11. Countersunk self-locking screws
12. Cable drive (electric)
13. Locating hooks
14. Locating hook spring
15. Torx® screw
16. Adjusting plate
17. Water drain hose