In this video Kent covers the removal and replacement procedures for the sunroof air dam or otherwise known as the air deflector. Using a special technique and a plastic trim tool can prevent damage to the plastic clips. He also covers troubleshooting the reasons for improper operation. Why would you want to remove the air dam? There are a number of reasons with include forward sunroof water drain clean out, rust repair, cleaning and detailing, lubrication, and component replacement.
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If your air dam is not popping up when you open your sunroof, then something is likely wrong with the springs, the spring holder pins, or the plastic clips. The complete air dam assembly must be removed in order to determine the problem and fix it.
Related Repair Details NOT included: Removing the springs and the clips from the air dam is not covered. Information on epairig on adjusting the sunroof is not inluded. For information on the power titling sunrrol see related products below.
Chassis/Models Used in Production: 1986 W126 chassis 300SDL
Applies to the Following Chassis/Models: 123, 126, 201 and 124 Chassis with power sunroofs installed at the factory
Total Run Time: 7:26
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