Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix?
07-06-2003, 05:48 PM
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Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix?
i have a 93 civic coupe with a moonroof. when it is closing it works fine, but when it opens, it begins to shake its way back til it stops. I tried adding a lubricant to the track, but it didn't help. I was thinking of taking the glass / bracket out to clean the track, but i have no idea on how to do this.
How do i fix this?
-Brandon
How do i fix this?
-Brandon
07-06-2003, 06:52 PM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (dudeman)
im having the same prob. w/ my 93 hatch.....i tried to put some wd40 on the tracks and it helped for about......hmmmmm lets just say not that long. but im not really sure how to fix this problem. comon guys any info would help. 
07-06-2003, 07:07 PM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (2camsaam)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 2camsaam »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">You must realign the tracks to fix this problem, one is just a tad bit farther back than the other.</TD></TR></TABLE>
this is true...but try this first...may save you some effort...grease the tracks more. open and close it a few times and see if that helps...it could just be binding.
this is true...but try this first...may save you some effort...grease the tracks more. open and close it a few times and see if that helps...it could just be binding.
07-06-2003, 10:23 PM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (KayOs)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KayOs »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What kind of grease/oil will help? </TD></TR></TABLE>
WHITE LITHIUM. Must use a GRASE Vs a product like WD-40
I have never "realigned the Roof" Just applied some grease every 6-8 months as needed. My roof just kinda shuttered when I was opening it and I applied the grease and works like a CHARM
WHITE LITHIUM. Must use a GRASE Vs a product like WD-40
I have never "realigned the Roof" Just applied some grease every 6-8 months as needed. My roof just kinda shuttered when I was opening it and I applied the grease and works like a CHARM
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07-06-2003, 11:38 PM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (Spoond TEG)
i used spray silicone.
it hasn't done it since! dont remember the name but it was spray silicone in a yellow can.
it hasn't done it since! dont remember the name but it was spray silicone in a yellow can.
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (j.fuggi)
I have a problem with my moonroof as well..but mine is that sometimes it wont open because its stuck.. i have to open the shade and push it up, then it will slide back no problem. Mine doesnt jump or anything, just sometimes wants to stick
07-07-2003, 06:03 AM
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in my case, it looks as though as dirt has gotten in the track. this may be the reason why it is sticking.
i cleaned the part which i can get at, but section of the track that is making it do this is covered by the glass, do you think that the lubricant will still work, or should i try to clean this section as well?
i cleaned the part which i can get at, but section of the track that is making it do this is covered by the glass, do you think that the lubricant will still work, or should i try to clean this section as well?
07-07-2003, 08:58 AM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (DondaStyle)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DondaStyle »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I have a problem with my moonroof as well..but mine is that sometimes it wont open because its stuck.. i have to open the shade and push it up, then it will slide back no problem. Mine doesnt jump or anything, just sometimes wants to stick</TD></TR></TABLE>
Open the roof and then wipe the rubber down with some Armour ALll or something like that. Mine has done this too and I used Black Magic and it hasn't done it since.
The problem with the "Spray on" Silicone or WD-40 is that it is just too thin to maintain. It acctually breaks down the GREESE that is on there from the factory. If you have ever looked at it, It's like ear wax in color and consistency. White Lithium grease is very good as an alternative. Clean the tracks and re apply the GREASE nice thick grease if you can find a silicone grease then that is good also.
I used to use this stuff on my bike (mountain bike) it was white but it would separate if it sat for a while you had to shake it up for a few Min and once it was mixed you applied it to the gears on the bike and it would not fling off when you road even when you went through the mud and water.
Open the roof and then wipe the rubber down with some Armour ALll or something like that. Mine has done this too and I used Black Magic and it hasn't done it since.
The problem with the "Spray on" Silicone or WD-40 is that it is just too thin to maintain. It acctually breaks down the GREESE that is on there from the factory. If you have ever looked at it, It's like ear wax in color and consistency. White Lithium grease is very good as an alternative. Clean the tracks and re apply the GREASE nice thick grease if you can find a silicone grease then that is good also.
I used to use this stuff on my bike (mountain bike) it was white but it would separate if it sat for a while you had to shake it up for a few Min and once it was mixed you applied it to the gears on the bike and it would not fling off when you road even when you went through the mud and water.
07-07-2003, 10:50 AM
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (j.fuggi)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by j.fuggi »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i used spray silicone.
it hasn't done it since! dont remember the name but it was spray silicone in a yellow can. </TD></TR></TABLE>
I used silicone spray over a month ago on mine too. Works perfect!
it hasn't done it since! dont remember the name but it was spray silicone in a yellow can.
</TD></TR></TABLE>I used silicone spray over a month ago on mine too. Works perfect!
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Re: Sticky Moonroof when sliding open, how to fix? (DondaStyle)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DondaStyle »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I have a problem with my moonroof as well..but mine is that sometimes it wont open because its stuck.. i have to open the shade and push it up, then it will slide back no problem. Mine doesnt jump or anything, just sometimes wants to stick</TD></TR></TABLE>
mines does the same thing.i have to push it up.AND when i try opening it, it starts to shake and barely goes back like a crack and it STOPS.it wont go back any further.dammit! its annoying
especially cause i 
my sunroof.im going to pep boys rite now to buy some white lithium grease hopefully it will fix it.
mines does the same thing.i have to push it up.AND when i try opening it, it starts to shake and barely goes back like a crack and it STOPS.it wont go back any further.dammit! its annoying
especially cause i my sunroof.im going to pep boys rite now to buy some white lithium grease hopefully it will fix it.
07-07-2003, 02:45 PM
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Re: (Caveman74)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Caveman74 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Clean the track then put white lithium down. I did mine a few week ago and it works great</TD></TR></TABLE>
i just got back from pep boys and applying the white lithium grease all over my sunroof hopefully the problem will be fixed now.im going to let it sit for a little and then ill check it out later.ill post as soon as i know the progress.
i just got back from pep boys and applying the white lithium grease all over my sunroof hopefully the problem will be fixed now.im going to let it sit for a little and then ill check it out later.ill post as soon as i know the progress.
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I hope it works for you cause your problem sounds like it's off track if the roof only opens a crack.
With mine I had to push it up and then it went back fine just shaking and once I applied the grease and Black Magic then it was fine. good luck
With mine I had to push it up and then it went back fine just shaking and once I applied the grease and Black Magic then it was fine. good luck
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