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Classification:
Reference:
BT15-037a
Date:
NTB16-017a
August 12, 2019
MOONROOF ADJUSTMENT AND REPAIRS
This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment History on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLE:
2016 – 2019 Maxima (A36)
SERVICE INFORMATION
When working on the Moonroof, most items can be replaced, repaired, or adjusted, without
the need to replace the entire Moonroof assembly.
Refer to the following procedures in this bulletin, as needed, to help resolve Moonroof
issues.
 Knock Insert (Knock) Replacement (Page 2)
IMPORTANT: Knocks that are out of place may lodge in the track and prevent
correct Moonroof, wind deflector, or sunshade operation. Before any other
adjustments or repairs are performed, the Knocks should be checked.

Wind Deflector Replacement (Page 7)
For wind deflector being damaged, scratched, or having a broken clip.

Roof Finisher Replacement (Page 13)
For roof finisher being damaged, having seal issues, roof finisher not being seated,
or Moonroof rattle.

Moonroof Glass Adjustment (Page 21)
For adjusting fit, tightening loose screws or for glass being out of position.

Front or Rear Sunshade Replacement (Page 29)
For sunshade replacement due to discoloration, being jammed, out of track, loss of
tension or popping/clicking while in motion.

Moonroof or Sunshade Motor and Drive Cable Replacement (Page 33)
For inoperative or noisy.

Rear Link Replacement (Page 36)
For rattle noise when opening or closing the Moonroof OR when driving with
Moonroof NOT CLOSED (open or tilt position).
IMPORTANT: Do not lower the headliner unless instructed.

If the headliner is lowered, allow it to rest on the seats. Do not remove the headliner
from the vehicle.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
“Knock Insert” (Knock) Inspection (same for left or right side)
IMPORTANT:
 Detached knocks (Knock shown in Figure 1) may lodge in the Moonroof track and
prevent correct Moonroof, wind deflector, or sunshade operation.

Do not remove the headlining for “knock” inspection or replacement.

Knocks are available only as part of a left or right side specific Moonroof cable repair
kit and are listed as GUIDE ASSY-SUNROOF in the PARTS INFORMATION table.
Knock
Figure 1
1. Turn the ignition ON, but do not start engine.
2. Completely open the Moonroof.
3. Remove the left and right inner blinds (Figure 2).
a. Unclip the left and right inner blinds at the front corners of the “Moonroof unit
assembly” (Moonroof frame) with an appropriate tool.
b. Rotate the inner blind to release the remaining clip.
Passenger side
inner blind
Securing
clips
Figure 2
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Driver’s side
inner blind clip
NOTE: Figure 3 shows the inner blind
unclipped.
Figure 3
Driver’s side
inner blind
c. Carefully detach the inner blinds from
the Moonroof frame by pushing
toward the inside of the vehicle along
the bottom edge of inner blind
(Figure 4).
Bottom edge of driver’s
side inner blind
Figure 4
d. Slide each inner blind toward the front
of the vehicle and off of the Moonroof
guides (Figure 5).
NOTE: Figure 5 is shown from inside
the vehicle.
Driver’s side
inner blind
4. Close the Moonroof half way.
Figure 5
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5. Confirm that both left and right knocks are present and correctly seated (Figure 6).

If both knocks are present, confirm that they are completely seated and lock clips
locked in place (Figure 7).
 If both knocks are present and completely seated no further action is required.

If a knock is present, but not completely seated (Figure 8), proceed to step 6 and
replace only the unseated knock.
NOTE: Do not attempt to seat a knock that is out of place.

If one of the knocks is missing, proceed to step 6 and replace both the left and right
knocks.
Front edge of Moonroof
Driver’s
side Knock
Front sunshade
Moonroof guide
Figure 6
Lock clip locked
in place
Knock
Lock clip and
knock out of place
Moonroof
guide
Figures 7 and 8 shown with Moonroof guide unbolted from Moonroof frame for clarity.
Figure 7
Figure 8
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6. Remove the affected knock(s) (Figure 9).
a. Lift the knock lock clip with a finesse tool vertically away from the Moonroof guide.
b. Slide the knock toward the inside of the vehicle.
Step 6a
Knock
Lock clip
Step 6b
Knock
Figure 9
7. Install new knock(s) for those affected.

When installing a new knock; listen for
an audible snap and then confirm that
the lock clip is flush.
Knock
NOTE: Knocks are marked left (L)
and right (R). Figure 10 shows a
knock for the passenger side and is
marked “R”.
Knock marking
8. Pull on the knock to confirm that it is
completely seated on the Moonroof
guide.
Figure 10
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9. Reinstall the left and right inner blinds.
a. Slide the top of the left and right inner blinds onto their guides (Figure 11).
Driver’s side guide
for inner blind
Figure 11
b. Reconnect the front clip of the inner
blind to the front corner of the
Moonroof frame.
Front inner blind
clip connected
c. Attach the bottom of the inner blinds
to the Moonroof frame.
10. Close the Moonroof.
11. Turn the ignition OFF.
Figure 12
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Wind Deflector Replacement
If the wind deflector is damaged, scratched, or has a broken clip follow the steps below.
IMPORTANT: Do not lower the headlining to repair wind deflector.
Removal
1. Remove the left and right inner blinds (Figure 13).
a. Unclip the left and right inner blinds at the front corners of the “Moonroof unit
assembly” (Moonroof frame) with an appropriate tool.
b. Rotate the inner blind to release the remaining clip.
Passenger side
inner blind
Securing
clips
Figure 13
c. Unclip the left and right inner
blinds at the front corners of the
“Moonroof unit assembly”
(Moonroof frame) with an
appropriate tool.

Securing clip
Figure 14 shows the inner blind
unclipped.
Securing clip
Driver’s side inner
blind unclipped
Figure 14
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d. Carefully detach the inner blinds
from the Moonroof frame by
pushing toward the inside of the
vehicle along the bottom edge of
inner blind (Figure 15).
Driver’s side
inner blind
Bottom edge of driver’s
side inner blind
Figure 15
e. Slide each inner blind toward the front
of the vehicle and off of the Moonroof
guides (Figure 16).
NOTE: Figure 16 is shown from inside
the vehicle.
Driver’s side
inner blind
Figure 16
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2. Remove the left and right “side pawl” (pivot clips) and “side arms” (wind deflector arms)
from the Moonroof unit assembly (Moonroof frame) as follows:
a. Depress the molded tab on the pivot clip to lift it out of the notch in the Moonroof
frame (Figure 18).
b. Slide the pivot clip and wind deflector arms toward the front of the vehicle.
Driver’s side wind
deflector arm
Molded tab
Notch in Moonroof
frame
Driver’s side wind
deflector arm
Figure 17
Front of
vehicle
Figure 18
Example only
Molded tab

Figure 19 shows a pivot clip with the
wind deflector arm removed so that
lifting the molded tab can be seen.
Front of
vehicle
Pivot clip
Figure 19
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Driver’s side wind
deflector arm
c. Detach the pivot clip and wind
deflector arm from the frame
(Figure 20).
NOTE: The pivot clips are left and
right side specific. A piece of painter’s
tape marked “left” or “right” may help
distinguish them for reassembly.
Pivot clip
Front of
vehicle
Figure 20
3. Detach the wind deflector assembly from the front of the Moonroof frame:
a. Gently lift the 3 attachment clips with a small screw driver one at a time (Figure 21).
b. Slide the wind deflector assembly toward the rear of the vehicle to release it from the
Moonroof frame (Figure 21).
3 attachment clips
Front of
vehicle
Figure 21
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Installation
4. Insert the four tabs of the wind deflector into the Moonroof frame (Figure 22).
Insert tabs here
Front of
vehicle
Figure 22
5. Slide the wind deflector toward the front of the vehicle and snap the 3 attachment clips
(shown in Figure 21) into the Moonroof frame.
NOTE: Confirm that all three attachment clips are completely engaged.
6. Install the pivot clips onto both wind deflector arms and then proceed to install the clips,
one at a time, onto the Moonroof frame.
7. Confirm that the molded tabs are completely locked into the Moonroof frame, and are
flush with Moonroof frame (Figure 23).
Example only

Figure 23 shows the driver’s side
pivot clip with wind deflector arm
removed so that the molded tab can
be seen.
Molded tab flush
Pivot clip
Figure 23
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8. Reinstall the left and right inner blinds.
a. Slide the top of the left and right inner blinds onto their guides (Figure 24).
Driver’s side guide
for inner blind
Figure 24
Front inner blind
clip connected
b. Reconnect the front clip of the inner
blind to the front corner of the
Moonroof frame (Figure 25).
c. Attach the bottom of the inner blinds
to the Moonroof frame.
9. Close the Moonroof.
Figure 25
10. Turn the ignition OFF.
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Roof Finisher Replacement
IMPORTANT: Do not lower the headlining to repair or replace roof finishers.
1. Is a roof finisher only loose (no scratches or seal issues)?
YES: Snap the roof finisher into place using even downward pressure over each clip. If
the roof finisher seats completely no further repairs are required. If it will not seat
proceed to step 2.
NO: Proceed to step 2 to replace roof finishers.
NOTE: This procedure applies to the left and/or right side as shown in the photos. The
process is the same for either side.
Roof finisher
2. Turn the ignition ON, but do not start the
engine.
3. Open the Moonroof completely.
Figure 26
4. Remove the inboard screw (single use
T25) securing the front of the affected
roof finisher.
Inboard screw
(T25)
Figure 27
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5. Using a finesse stick, lift the roof finisher
at the front outside edge.
6. Slide the finesse stick down the length of
the outside edge of the roof finisher to
detach all pins.
7. Remove the roof finisher.
NOTE: Some vehicles were equipped
with adhesive under the roof finishers.

If the roof finisher released, continue
to step 10 on page 16.

If the roof finisher will not release after
the pins have been detached, cut
away any adhesive as described
starting on the next page.
Step 6
Lift here
Figure 28
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8. Cut adhesive from the roof finisher.

The red dotted line indicates where
the adhesive will be cut in the next
step.
Figure 29
9. Using an adhesive cutting tool and
starting at the front, cut the adhesive
between the roof finisher and roof.
CAUTION: Apply tape on the roof to
avoid damage to the painted surfaces.
NOTE: It may be necessary to perform
this step more than once to cut through
all of the adhesive.
Adhesive
cutter
Tape
Figure 30
Figure 31
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10. Using a finesse tool, lift the roof
finisher at the front outside edge.
11. Slide the finesse tool down the length
of the outside edge of the roof
finisher to detach all pins.
12. If the roof finisher will still not release
after the pins have been released,
cut away any adhesive under the
roof finisher indicated by the green
circles as shown in Figure 32.
Adhesive was
removed from
this area in
step 8.
Remove any
adhesive in
the areas in
green.
Lift here
Figure 32
13. After removing the roof finisher, inspect
the attachment rails on the roof that the
roof finisher attaches to (total of 5 per
side).

If an attachment rail is bent, use a
finesse stick to lift and straighten it.
Attachment rail
NOTE: Figure 33 is an example of a
straight attachment rail.
Figure 33
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Installation
1. Remove the old roof finisher adhesive
from the vehicle.
NOTE: Any remaining adhesive residue
similar to Figure 34 is acceptable.
Adhesive residue
Figure 34
2. Prepare the tip of Betaseal™ 57302N
Urethane Adhesive or equivalent.
Figure 35
NOTE:

To properly install the adhesive, cut a
notch in the tip similar to the one
shown in Figure 36.
Figure 36
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
Using a power caulk tool similar to
the one shown in Figure 37 will aid in
adhesive installation.
Figure 37
3. Add adhesive to the same locations as
the old adhesive.
Adhesive
NOTE: Apply the adhesive ½ inch (13
mm) high.
½” high
Figure 38
4. Verify the 3 roof finisher pins and 5 spacers have not become separated during roof
finisher removal.

Reinstall any pins or clips that have become separated.

Verify the 2 rearmost pins are centered in their slot.
NOTE: The forward most pin slot has no adjustment and will fit only one way.
Spacer
Pin
Figure 39
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5. Tuck the roof finisher outer seal UNDER
the windshield glass seal.
Outer
seal
Windshield
glass seal
Figure 40
6. Starting from the front of the vehicle and
moving rearward, attach each push pin to
the roof (Figure 41).
7. After the push pins are all attached, seat
all square clips.
NOTE: Excess urethane sealant can hold
the roof finisher out of position at the
ends and not allow it to be seated.
Trimming the extra urethane sealant will
sometimes relieve the condition and
allow it to seat.
Center
push pin
Figure 41
Outer seal
8. Tuck the rear roof finisher seal under the
rear window glass (Figure 42).
Rear roof
finisher seal
Rear window
glass
Figure 42
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9. Install the new T25 inboard screw.

Torque the screw to: 2.5 N•m (0.255
kg-m, 22 in-lb.)
Inboard screw (T25)
10. Close the Moonroof.
11. Turn the vehicle OFF.
Figure 43
12. Use a finesse tool to tuck the new roof
finisher seal into its channel.
Figure 44
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Moonroof Glass Adjustment
If the Moonroof needs to be adjusted, loose screws tightened, or the glass is out of
position, follow the steps below.
IMPORTANT: Do not lower the headlining to adjust Moonroof position.
How is the Moonroof out of adjustment?

If there is a gap between the Moonroof and the front edge of the roof opening proceed
to step 1.

If there is a gap between the Moonroof and the front edge of the roof opening and also
too high or low at one or more corners proceed to step 1.

If the Moonroof is too high or low at one or more corners proceed to step 3.
1. Turn the ignition ON, but do not start engine.
2. Re-initialize the Moonroof (procedure on page 52) and recheck the gap to the front edge
of the roof opening.

Has the gap closed after Re-initialization, and are all the corners of the Moonroof
now flush with the top of the vehicle?
NO: Proceed to step 3.
YES: Repair complete. Turn ignition OFF.
3. Open the Moonroof all the way.
4. Remove the left and right inner blinds (Figure 45).
a. Unclip the left and right inner blinds at the front corners of the “Moonroof unit
assembly” (Moonroof frame) with an appropriate tool.
b. Rotate the inner blind to release the remaining clip.
Passenger side
inner blind
Securing
clips
Figure 45
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
Figure 46 shows inner blind
unclipped.
Driver’s side inner
blind unclipped
Figure 46
Driver’s side
inner blind
c. Carefully detach the inner blinds from
the Moonroof frame by pushing
toward the inside of the vehicle along
the bottom edge of inner blind
(Figure 47).
Bottom edge of driver’s
side inner blind
Figure 47
d. Slide each inner blind off of the
Moonroof guides (Figure 48).
Driver’s side
inner blind
Figure 48
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5. Move the Moonroof to the half way open position.
6. Remove the right and/or left knocks (Figure 49).
a. Lift the knock lock clip with a finesse tool vertically away from the Moonroof guide.
b. Slide the knock toward this inside of the vehicle.
NOTE: Only remove the knock necessary for the required adjustment.
Step 6a
Lock clip
Step 6b
Figure 49
NOTE: Knocks are marked left (L) and right
(R). Figure 50 shows a knock for the
passenger side and is marked “R”.
Knock marking
Figure 50
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Moonroof
7. Remove left rear and/or right rear
Moonroof bolt finishers (Figure 51).
NOTE: Only remove the rear bolt finisher
necessary for the required adjustment.
Rear Moonroof
bolt finisher
a. Move the Moonroof to the tilt position.
Figure 51
Moonroof bolt
finisher tab
b. Pull the “Moonroof bolt finisher tab”
(plastic tab) down and away from the
Moonroof and allow it to rest in the
position shown in Figure 52.
Figure 52
c. Insert a pocket screwdriver between
the Moonroof bolt finisher and the
Moonroof near the plastic tab
(Figure 53).
d. Apply a slight downward force to the
plastic tab end of the Moonroof bolt
finisher until the hole through the
steel tab can be seen (Figure 53).
Plastic tab
Steel tab
e. Slide the pocket screwdriver from the
plastic tab up to the hole in the steel
tab that the Moonroof release clip is
connected to (Figure 53).
Figure 53
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f. Insert the pocket screw driver through
the hole in the steel tab to release the
retaining clip (Figure 54).
Figure 54

Figure 55 shows how retaining clip is
released.
Retaining clip
Figure 55
g. Push Moonroof bolt finisher down and
remove from vehicle (Figure 56).
Moonroof bolt
finisher
Figure 56
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8. Loosen the Moonroof adjustment bolts (Figure 57 for front and Figure 58 for rear) and
adjust the glass height to the proper position or height.

Refer to Moonroof Adjustment Clearances at the bottom of this page.
NOTE:
 Moonroof adjustment bolts should be slightly snug, but not tight, to allow
adjustments.
 Work one corner at a time to raise and lower individual corners.
 If the Moonroof needs to be moved fore/aft, loosen all adjustment bolts to
adjust.
Front Moonroof
adjustment bolts
Figure 57
Rear Moonroof
adjustment bolts
Figure 58
Moonroof Adjustment Clearances
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9. Tighten loosened adjustment bolts.

Torque bolts to: 5.5 N•m (0.56 kg-m,
48.68 in-lb.)
Correct
angle
Incorrect
IMPORTANT:
angle
 Make sure that the rear guides the
Moonroof attaches to are level.

Figure 59 is shown with screws
removed to overemphasize
incorrect pivot angle.
Rear Moonroof
guide
Example of incorrect
pivot angle
Figure 59
10. Close the Moonroof and check the adjustment.
11. Perform steps 8 through 10 until the correct Moonroof adjustment is achieved.
12. Move the Moonroof to the half-way open position.
13. Reinstall the removed knocks and rear Moonroof screw finishers.

Pull on the knock to confirm that it is completely seated on the Moonroof guide.

See Figure 60 for an example of correctly installed knock.
Lock clip locked
in place
Knock
Lock clip and
knock out of place
Moonroof
guide
Figures 60 and 61 shown with Moonroof guide unbolted from Moonroof frame for clarity.
Figure 60
Figure 61
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14. Reinstall the left and right inner blinds.
a. Slide the top of the left and right inner blinds onto their guides (Figure 62).
Driver’s side guide
for inner blind
Figure 62
Front inner blind
clip connected
b. Reconnect the front clip of the inner
blind to the front corner of the
Moonroof frame (Figure 63).
c. Attach the bottom of the inner blinds
to the Moonroof frame.
Figure 63
15. Initialization the Moonroof (procedure on page 52).
16. Close the Moonroof.
17. Turn the ignition OFF.
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Front or Rear Sunshade Replacement
If the sunshade needs to be replaced due to discoloration, being jammed, out of track, loss
of tension or popping/clicking while in motion, follow the steps below.
1. Inspect the “Moonroof unit assembly” (Moonroof frame) track and rails for dents, dings
and gouges that might have caused the issue.

If the Moonroof track or rails are damaged, perform the sunshade Removal
procedure starting from step 2 (below), replace the Moonroof frame and then
perform sunshade Installation procedure on page 32.
NOTE: Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section RF – Roof to
remove and install Moonroof frame.

If no damage is found proceed to step 2.
Removal
2. Lower (DO NOT REMOVE) the headlining and let it rest on the seat head rests.

Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section RF – Roof to remove and
install headlining.
IMPORTANT:
 Do not remove the front or rear
windshield from the vehicle.
 Do not remove the headlining from
inside the vehicle.
Side air
bag bolts
NOTE: The following Figures may be of
either the driver or passenger side. Both
sides are similar.
3. Remove two bolts per side air bag
(4 total) that attach the left and right side
airbags to the roof rail and then allow
them to hang free (Figure 64).
Structural bracket
Figure 64
4. Remove the left and right structural
brackets (Figure 65) attached to the
center reinforcement support (4 bolts
each; highlighted in Figure 65).
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the
harness from the driver’s side bracket
(Figure 65).
Structural bracket
Harness
Figure 65
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5. Remove the center reinforcement support (Figure 66) held by 9 T20 bolts.

Center reinforcement support shown outside vehicle for clarity.
T20 Bolts
T20 Bolts
Structural bracket
T20 Bolts
Figure 66
IMPORTANT: In the following steps only remove the sunshade requiring replacement.

The following steps can be used for front or rear sunshades.

The front bar of the Maxima sunshade is curved to match the front opening. The rear
sunshade has a straight bar.
6. Turn the ignition ON, but do not start
engine.
7. Partially open the affected sunshade to
gain access to the sunshade’s coupler
release tab.

Figure 67 and Figure 68 show the
right side of the front sunshade.
8. Detach the sunshade from the sunshade
coupler by pressing the coupler release
tab (Figure 68).
Sunshade coupler
release tab
Figure 67
Sunshade
coupler

Sunshade coupler
release tab
Figure 68 shows sunshade coupler
detached.
Detached
sunshade
Figure 68
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9. Detach the affected (front and/or rear) sunshade from the Moonroof frame.
NOTE: Only remove the sunshade that is to be replaced.
Rear shade:
a. Detach the rear sunshade by pulling it
toward the right of the vehicle to
compress tension spring (Figure 69).
Rear sunshade
b. While compressing the tension spring
on right side, tilt left side down to clear
pivot.
c. Slowly release compression pressure,
but do not remove the sunshade from
the right side pivot in Moonroof frame.
d. Ratchet the sunshade gently in the
retract direction (rolled up) until the
ratchet holds the coil spring tension.
Front of
vehicle
Figure 69
e. Remove the sunshade from the
vehicle.
Front sunshade
f. Install the pull pin (Figure 71) into
sunshade (a paper clip will also work).
Front shade:
a. Detach the front sunshade by pulling
it toward the left of the vehicle to
compress tension spring (Figure 70).
b. While compressing the tension spring
on left side, tilt right side down to clear
pivot.
Front of
vehicle
Figure 70
c. Slowly release compression pressure,
but do not remove the sunshade from
the left side pivot in Moonroof frame.
Sunshade
d. Ratchet the sunshade gently in the
retract direction (rolled up) until the
ratchet holds the coil spring tension.
e. Remove the sunshade from the
vehicle.
f. Install the pull pin (Figure 71) into
sunshade (a paper clip will also work).
Pull pin
Figure 71
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Sunshade Installation
10. Reinstall the front and/or the rear sunshades.
Rear shade:
a. Gently remove the pull pin from the rear sunshade.
b. While securely holding the rear sunshade, push it into the passenger side pivot
mount in the Moonroof frame.
c. While still preventing the rear sunshade from rotating, tilt it up on the driver side and
install it into the Moonroof frame.
d. Continuing to prevent the rear sunshade from rotating, partially open the sunshade
and connect to couplers.
Front shade:
a. Gently remove the pull pin from the front sunshade.
b. While securely holding the front sunshade, push it into the driver side pivot mount in
the Moonroof frame.
c. While still preventing the front sunshade from rotating, tilt it up on the passenger side
and install it into the Moonroof frame.
d. Continuing to prevent the front sunshade from rotating, partially open the sunshade
and connect to couplers.
11. Reinstall the steel center reinforcement (9 T20 bolts).

Torque bolts to: 3 N•m (0.30 kg-m, 26.55 in-lb.)
12. Reinstall the left and right structural brackets attached to the center reinforcement
support (4 bolts each).
13. Reinstall the left and right side airbags to the roof rail.

Torque bolts to: 10.5 N•m (1.1 kg-m, 8 ft-lb)
14. Using the Moonroof switch, check the function of both sunshades before reinstalling the
headlining.
15. Re-initialize the sunshades (procedure on page 52).
16. Reinstall the headlining.
17. Turn the ignition OFF.
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Moonroof or Sunshade Motor and Drive Cable Replacement
If the Moonroof or Sunshade motors are inoperative or noisy, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the ignition ON, but do not start engine.
2. Re-initialize the affected drive motor (Moonroof or sunshade) with the procedure on
page 52.
NOTE: You might have to bump the Moonroof or sunshade to the closed position using
the switch on the headlining before initialization.

If the motor will not function, check all electrical connections. Refer to the Electronic
Service Manual (ESM), section RF – Roof for further information.
3. Does the Moonroof or sunshade now operate correctly?
YES: Repair complete. Turn ignition OFF.
NO: Proceed to step 4.
4. Drop the headlining and let it rest on the seat head rests.

Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section RF – Roof to remove and
install headlining.
IMPORTANT:
 Do not remove the front or rear windshield from the vehicle.
 Do not remove the headlining from inside the vehicle.
5. Inspect the drive cables in the rear of the Moonroof frame. Have the cables come out of
the track?
NO: Continue to step 6 on the next page.
YES: Skip to step 12 on page 35.
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6. Loosen the two mounting bolts of the affected drive motor.

Figure 72 shows the sunshade drive motor bolts (T25). The Moonroof drive motor
bolts are similar.
NOTE: For reference, the sunshade motor is furthest forward on the Moonroof
frame.
7. Lower the affected drive motor to relieve drive cable tension, and then reinstall drive
motor.

Torque bolts to: 3 N•m (0.30 kg-m, 26.55 in-lb.)
8. Re-initialize the affected drive motor (procedure on page 52).
Front of
vehicle
Sunshade drive
motor bolts
Sunshade drive
motor
Moonroof drive
motor
Figure 72
9. Re-check the Moonroof or sunshade function using the front headlining switch. Does
the Moonroof or sunshade now operate correctly?
YES: Repair complete. Turn the ignition OFF.
NO: Proceed to step 10.
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10. Replace only the affected drive motor.

Torque bolts to: 3 N•m (0.30 kg-m, 26.55 in-lb.)
11. Re-initialize the affected drive motor (procedure on page 52). Does the Moonroof or
sunshade now operate correctly?
YES: Repair complete. Turn ignition OFF.
NO: Proceed to step 12.
12. Replace the Moonroof frame assembly.

Refer to the ESM, section RF – Roof for removal and installation.
13. Transfer the Moonroof and sunshade motors from the old to the new Moonroof frame.

Torque bolts to: 3 N•m (0.30 kg-m, 26.55 in-lb.)
14. Perform Initialization of the Moonroof and sunshade (procedure on page 52).
13. Reinstall the headliner.
15. Turn the ignition OFF.
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Rear Link Replacement
NOTE: This procedure applies to the left and right side of the vehicle. The right side is
shown in the photos, but the process is the same for the left side.
You will be inspecting and possibly replacing the rear link with anti-rattle clip assembly. See
Figure 73 and 74 below to become familiar with these components.
Anti-rattle clip
Anti-rattle clip
installed onto
rear link
Figure 73
Figure 74
1. Inspect for a broken anti-rattle clip.
Roof
finisher seal
a. Use a finesse tool to lift the roof
finisher seal to access the Moonroof
rail.
Roof finisher
Front
Figure 75
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2. Inspect the Moonroof rail area outlined
in red for pieces of the anti-rattle clip.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 on the other
side of the Moonroof.

If pieces are found, continue to
step 3 on the next page.
Front
Moonroof rail
Figure 76

If no pieces are found, operate the Moonroof to the tilt position and inspect the antirattle clip installation on the rear link.

Refer to Figure 77 for an example of a GOOD anti-rattle clip.

If any part outlined in red is missing or damaged, continue to step 3 on the next
page.
Rear link
Anti-rattle clip
Moonroof rail
Figure 77
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3. Remove the roof finisher seal by slowly
lifting UP.
NOTE: Performing this procedure on a
warm vehicle will assist in removal.
Figure 78
4. Open the Moonroof.
Inboard screw (T25)
5. Remove the inboard screw (single use
T25) securing the front of the roof
finisher.
Figure 79
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6. Using a finesse stick, lift the roof finisher
at the front outside edge.
7. Slide the finesse stick down the length of
the outside edge of the roof finisher to
detach all pins.
8. Remove the roof finisher.
NOTE: Some vehicles were equipped
with adhesive under the roof finishers.

If the roof finisher released, continue
to step 11 on page 41.

If the roof finisher will not release after
the pins have been detached, cut
away any adhesive as described
starting on the next page.
Lift here
Figure 80
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9. Using an adhesive cutting tool, cut the
adhesive between the roof finisher and
the roof.

The red dotted line indicates where
the adhesive will be cut in the next
step.
Figure 81
CAUTION: Apply tape on the roof to
avoid damage to the painted surfaces.
Adhesive cutting tool
NOTE: It may be necessary to perform
this step more than once to cut through
all of the adhesive.
Tape
Figure 82
Figure 83
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11. Using a finesse tool, lift the roof
finisher at the front outside edge.
12. Slide finesse tool down the length of
the outside edge of the roof finisher
to detach all pins.
13. If the roof finisher will still not release
after the pins have been released,
cut away any adhesive under the
roof finisher indicated by the green
circles as shown in Figure 84.
Adhesive was
removed from
this area in
step 9.
Remove any
adhesive in
the green
areas in
green.
areas.
Lift here
Figure 84
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Moonroof
14. Turn the ignition ON.
15. Operate the Moonroof to the tilt position.
Moonroof bolt
finisher
16. Remove the Moonroof bolt finisher.
Figure 85
a. Pull the “Moonroof bolt finisher tab”
(plastic tab) down and away from the
Moonroof and allow it to rest in the
lowered position.
Moonroof bolt
finisher tab
Figure 86
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b. Insert a pocket screwdriver between
the Moonroof bolt finisher and the
Moonroof in the location shown in
Figure 87.
c. Apply slight downward force to the
plastic tab end of the Moonroof bolt
finisher until the hole through the
steel tab can be seen.
d. Slide the pocket screwdriver from the
plastic tab up to the hole in the steel
tab that the Moonroof release clip is
connected to.
Plastic tab
Steel tab
Figure 87
17. Insert the pocket screw driver through
the hole in the steel tab to release the
retaining clip.

Figure 88 shows how the retaining
clip is released.
Figure 88
Figure 89
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18. Remove the 2 (two) Moonroof
adjustment bolts from the rear link.
Rear link
Figure 90
19. Slide the rear link toward the rear of the
vehicle and out of the Moonroof rail.
Moonroof rail
Anti-rattle clip
Figure 91
20. Remove any debris / anti-rattle clip
material from the Moonroof rail area,
outlined in red in Figure 92.
Moonroof rail
Figure 92
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21. Install the rear link into the Moonroof rail.
Guide pads
NOTE: The guide pads on the rear link
must compress to fit inside of the
Moonroof rail.
Anti-rattle clip
Figure 93
a. Gently compress the forward most
guide pad to insert it into the
Moonroof rail.
b. Gently compress the anti-rattle clip
while applying slight pressure toward
the front of the vehicle.
Slide
Compress
Figure 94
c. Using a 90 degree pick behind
the guide pad will assist in
compressing the rearmost pad
into the rear link.
Compress
Slide
d. Continue applying slight pressure
toward the front of the vehicle.
Figure 95
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22. Align the rear link mounting holes with
the witness marks to assist in Moonroof
alignment.
Witness
marks
Figure 96
23. Repeat steps 3- 22, starting on page 38, for the other side of the Moonroof if replacing
both rear links.
24. Adjust the glass height to the proper position.

Refer to Moonroof Adjustment Clearances on the next page.
NOTE:
 Moonroof adjustment bolts should be slightly snug, not tight, to allow
adjustments.

Work one side at a time to raise and lower individual corners.

If the Moonroof needs to be moved fore/aft, loosen all adjustment bolts to
adjust.
Correct
angle
25. Tighten the adjustment bolts.

Torque bolts to: 5.5 N•m (0.56 kg-m,
48.68 in-lb.)
IMPORTANT:
 Make sure that the rear link is
level.

Figure 97 is shown with screws
removed to overemphasize
incorrect pivot angle.
Incorrect
angle
Figure 97
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Moonroof Adjustment Clearances
26. Close the Moonroof and check adjustment.
27. Remove the old roof finisher adhesive
from the vehicle.
NOTE: Any remaining adhesive residue
similar to Figure 98 is acceptable.
Adhesive residue
Figure 98
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28. Prepare the tip of Betaseal™ 57302N
Urethane Adhesive or equivalent.
Figure 99
NOTE:

To properly install the adhesive, cut a
notch in the tip similar to the one
shown in Figure 100.
Figure 100

Using a power caulk tool, similar to
the one shown in Figure 101, will aid
in adhesive application.
Figure 101
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29. Add adhesive to the same locations as
the old adhesive.
Adhesive
NOTE: Apply the adhesive ½ inch (13
mm) high.
½” high
Figure 102
30. Verify the 3 roof finisher pins and 5 spacers have not become separated during roof
finisher removal.

Reinstall any pins or clips that have become separated.

Verify the 2 rearmost pins are centered in their slots.
NOTE: The forward most pin slot has no adjustment and will fit only one way.
Spacer
Pin
Figure 103
31. Tuck the roof finisher outer seal UNDER
the windshield glass seal.
Outer
seal
Windshield
glass seal
Figure 104
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32. Starting from the front of the vehicle and
moving rearward, attach each push pin to
the roof (Figure 105).
33. After the push pins are all attached, seat
all square clips.
NOTE: Excess urethane sealant can hold
the roof finisher out of position at the
ends and not allow it to be seated.
Trimming the extra urethane sealant will
sometimes relieve the condition and
allow it to seat.
34. Tuck the rear roof finisher seal under the
rear window glass (Figure 106).
Center
push pin
Figure 105
Outer seal
Rear roof
finisher
l
Rear window
glass
Figure 106
35. Open the Moonroof.
36. Install the new T25 inboard screw into
the front of the roof finisher.

Inboard screw (T25)
Torque the screw to: 2.5 N•m (0.255
kg-m, 22 in-lb.)
Figure 107
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37. Use a finesse tool to tuck the new roof
finisher seal into its channel.
Figure 108
38. Operate the Moonroof to the tilt
position.
39. Position the new bolt finisher as
shown in Figure 109.
Bolt finisher
Figure 109
40. Use a finesse tool to lift the bolt
finisher UP into position.
Figure 110
41. Repeat steps 27 – 40, starting on page 47, for the other side of the Moonroof if
replacing both anti-rattle clips.
42. Inspect the Moonroof, glass, roof finishers, and surrounding areas for cosmetic damage
or adhesive residue.
43. Allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours.
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Moonroof Initialization Procedure
1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Close the Moonroof glass and power sunshade.
a. Press the Moonroof switch in the CLOSE position. Press the switch repeatedly if
needed.
b. Confirm the glass is not in the tilt-up position.
Read steps 3 and 4 carefully before proceeding. Step 4 includes an action that will
need to be performed quickly.
3. Press and hold the Moonroof switch in the CLOSE position until the glass and power
sunshade operates through several small movements (10 - 20 seconds).
4. After the glass has been motionless for 5 seconds, release the switch and within 1
second, press and hold the switch in the CLOSE position again.
5. Continue to hold the switch until the glass and power sunshade fully opens and then
fully closes.
6. Confirm the Moonroof has successfully initialized.
a. Tilt the glass.
b. Fully open and close the glass and power sunshade.
NOTE: The rear Moonroof glass is fixed and does not move.
7. Repeat the initialization procedure if the Moonroof does not function properly.
NOTE:
 It may take up to 5 attempts to successfully initialize the Moonroof.

If unsuccessful after 5 attempts, clear the memory by holding the switch in the
OPEN position for 15 seconds. Then, repeat the initialization procedure.
Anti-Pinch Function
1. Fully open the Moonroof.
2. Place a piece of wood near the fully closed position.
3. Close the Moonroof completely with auto-slide close function.
4. Check that the Moonroof opens approximately 150 mm (5.91 in) or reverses for 2
seconds without pinching a piece of wood and then stops.
5. Fully open the sunshade.
6. Place a piece of wood near fully closed position.
7. Close the sunshade completely with the auto slide close.
8. Check that sunshade opens approximately 150 mm (5.91 in) or reverses for 2 seconds
without pinching a piece of wood and then stops.
CAUTION: Do not test the anti-pinch function with your hands or other body parts
because they may be pinched.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
GUIDE ASSY-SUNROOF (1)
(Right Side Moonroof Cable Repair Kit)
GUIDE ASSY-SUNROOF (1)
(Left Side Moonroof Cable Repair Kit)
DEFLECTOR ASSY-SUNROOF
(Moonroof Wind Deflector)
FINISHER ASSY-ROOF, RH
(Roof finisher Right Side) (3)
FINISHER ASSY-ROOF, LH
(Roof finisher Left Side) (3)
MOTOR ASSY-SUNROOF
(Moonroof Drive Motor)
MOTOR ASSY-SUNROOF
(Sunshade Drive Motor)
SHADE ASSY-SUNROOF, FRONT
PART NUMBER
QUANTITY
91358-4RA1A
1
91359-4RA1A
1
91280-4RA1A
1
91760-4RA3A
1
91761-4RA3A
1
91295-4RA2A
1
91232-4RA2A
1
(2)
1
SHADE ASSY-SUNROOF, REAR
(2)
1
FRAME ASSY-SUNROOF
91300-4RA3A
1
LINK ASSY - GUIDE, RH
91554-4RA1A
1
LINK ASSY - GUIDE, LH
91555-4RA1A
1
PLATE - SUNROOF COVER, RH
91262-4RA3A
1
PLATE - SUNROOF COVER, LH
91263-4RA3A
1
Betaseal™ 57302N
Urethane adhesive (4)
Urethane Adhesive
As needed
or equivalent
(1) This kit contains 1 knock. If a right and left knock are needed, both Left Side and Right
Side Moonroof Cable Repair Kits must be ordered.
(2) Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog for the VIN specific part number.
(3) This part also includes one single use T25 screw.
(4) The DOW® automotive chemical Betaseal™ 57302N Urethane Adhesive is
recommended. Equivalent products may be used.
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Only Claim for the operations which were actually performed to repair vehicle.
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OPERATION
Replace Knock Insert
Replace Sun Roof Wind
Deflector
Replace Sun Roof Panel
Finisher
Adjust Moon Roof Glass
Replace Sun Roof Panel
Finisher
Replace Moon Roof Drive
Motor
RPL Sunshade Drive Motor
Replace Link Assy- RH
Replace Link Assy- LH
PFP
(1)
OP CODE
91280-4RA1A
UQ20AA
SYM
DIAG
BX5LAA
FRT
0.3
(4)
(2)
UQ16AA
91300-4RA1A
BX5MAA
(3)
UQ16AA
91295-4RA1A
UQ26AA
91232-4RA1A
91554-4RA1A
91555-4RA1A
UQ27AA
0.4
ZE
32
(4)
UQ22AA
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Part Number (91358-*****
or 91359-*****) as the Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Part Number (91760-*****
or 91761-*****) as the Primary Failed Part.
(3) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Part Number (91684-*****
or 91688-*****) as the Primary Failed Part.
(4) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated flat rate
time.
Expense code:
Expense Code
067
Description
Max Amount
Urethane adhesive $4.95
AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE
REFERENCE
February 19, 2016
NTB16-017
Original bulletin published
August 12, 2019
NTB16-017a
Updated ROOF FINISHER
REPLACEMENT and added REAR LINK
REPLACEMENT sections.
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