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PINPOINT TEST C : The Roof Opening Panel Does Not Open or Close in the Vent Position

  1. C1 CHECK THE FRONT SLIDING GLASS PANEL OPERATION

    • Attempt to open and close the front sliding glass panel using the roof opening panel control switch.

    Does the front sliding glass panel open and close using the slide control switch? 

    Yes  GO to  C2.
    No  GO to Pinpoint Test B .
  2. C2 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL CONTROL SWITCH

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect: Roof Opening Panel Control Switch.

    Is the roof opening panel switch OK? 

    Yes  GO to  C3.
    No  INSTALL a new roof opening panel switch. Refer to Roof Opening Panel Control Switch .
  3. C3 CHECK THE VENT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

    • Disconnect Roof Opening Panel Module.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C921-7
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      C912A-3

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  CHECK the overhead console jumper harness for loose pins or an open in circuit CPR38 (WH/BU) between the glass smartmotor and overhead console C921-7. If the overhead console jumper harness is not OK, INSTALL a new overhead console jumper harness. If the overhead console jumper harness is OK, GO to  C4.
    No  REPAIR the circuit.
  4. C4 CHECK THE ROOF OPENING PANEL MODULE FOR CORRECT OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect and inspect the roof opening panel module connector.
    • Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminal - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    • Reconnect the roof opening panel module connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the TSB instructions. If no TSBs address this concern, INSTALL a new front sliding glass panel module. Refer to Roof Opening Panel Motor - Sliding Front Panel .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.