I have a 03' Jag XJ8 that has a missing sunroof motor, which was stolen by a particularly devious car painting shop while it was in having some vandalism repaired.

Anyway, when it was stolen, the mounting hardware was taken with it. I was hoping someone could tell me what kind of screws/hardware are used to mount the thing, so i can install a used one I bought on ebay.

Thanks!

 

There are 3 sheet metal screws to mount it to the frame. Be sure to check and see if the cable guide beveled metal part is still on the frame. It keeps the cables tight to the frame and drive gear in the motor. I had a car come into the shop after someone replaced the motor only to find that the guide bush was probably still on the old motor and the cables slipped without it and the sliding roof was inop.

The cables made a clattering noise when the motor was operated because the guide was missing. I found one on an old broken frame and installed it.

Be sure that the sliding roof module is still there!!!!!!

bob gauff

 

For future reference, 1" No. 8 sheet metal screws work. Probably good to use a washer, depending on the size of the head of the screw you find.


Bob, I just installed the motor and had that problem, with the metal clacking sound indicative that the driving gear is slipping. I am not sure what part you mean, so I can't be sure whether or not I have it. Can you clarify a bit =D ?