Forester moonroof problems (merged thread) - Page 4

Lord Helmet · 04-11-2007, 02:55 PM

here's some more bull****.

i called the other dealer and told him i need my moonroof looked at.

"when can you drop it off for a couple of days?"

uhhhhh, never. i just need it looked at

"well, the next waiting appointment is the first of next month"

uhhhhh, i'll be out of town then.

"well, give us a call when you'll be in town"

Aleksey · 04-11-2007, 04:56 PM

Lord, how far are you from Maryland? If you also update your location info it may be easier to help you out.

toddlamp · 04-11-2007, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aleksey

Lord, how far are you from Maryland? If you also update your location info it may be easier to help you out.

Agreed.

There are some awesome dealers in MD!

Lord Helmet · 04-11-2007, 05:38 PM

austin....

TheRealAnn · 06-13-2007, 02:11 PM

My moonroof just died... 2003 SX

It groaned and struggled for a while, but kept working. I used lithium grease, and it was very happy ... but only for a few days, then back to struggling. Then one day it just stopped. Used the hand crank and last bit of life to close the glass, now it's silent.

Anyone have this happen? Got it fixed?
What was the problem? Estimated cost?

From reading the threads, sounds like there may be problems/defects with Forester moonroofs, but Subaru hasn't recalled them (yet?).

Help... feeling claustrophobic... need to open the roof and get some air ... sniff sniff sniff....

Ann

pleiad7 · 06-13-2007, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRealAnn

My moonroof just died... 2003 SX

It groaned and struggled for a while, but kept working. I used lithium grease, and it was very happy ... but only for a few days, then back to struggling. Then one day it just stopped. Used the hand crank and last bit of life to close the glass, now it's silent.

Anyone have this happen? Got it fixed?
What was the problem? Estimated cost?

From reading the threads, sounds like there may be problems/defects with Forester moonroofs, but Subaru hasn't recalled them (yet?).

Help... feeling claustrophobic... need to open the roof and get some air ... sniff sniff sniff....

Ann

Uh oh... this has me worried. My moonroof motor sounds very labored, and it's hella slow to open and close. I hardly use it anymore because I'm afraid it's just going to die on me one day.

toddlamp · 06-13-2007, 02:19 PM

My sun roof acted funny once so far. Just this past weekend when I was parking I went to close it. I hit the button once and it went from full open to the partially closed position (where you have to hit the button again to fully close). I hit the button to close it and nothing happened. Hit it to open it, and nothing happened. I turned the car off and back on, then hit the close button and sure enough it closed. I haven't had a problem since.

[action]knocks on wood[/action]

Roo · 06-13-2007, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pleiad7

Uh oh... this has me worried. My moonroof motor sounds very labored, and it's hella slow to open and close. I hardly use it anymore because I'm afraid it's just going to die on me one day.

This has me worried...wondering if I'm going to be asked to remove the headliner and inspect/lubricate/fix the motor assembly.

RocketEyes · 06-13-2007, 02:25 PM

This is how the problems with my VW sunroof started.

It turned out to be the "Comfort Control Module" on the car. Not sure if it's called the same thing on the Suburu, but its some sort of sensor that works the moonroof, auto door locks, keyless entry etc.

TheRealAnn · 06-13-2007, 02:38 PM

So far.... the other items are working.... locks, windows, remote keyless...

I talked to a sunroof wizard (installs aftermarkets for Subaru in CT, in new vehicles)... he suggested resetting (which is no longer an option since it's dead), then said could be motor, but dealers are clueless and will replace everything. None of this is making me feel good. With high labor costs in this area, it could cost as much to repair as for a new one.

I think it's time for Subaru to step up and admit there are some problems and help us out. They have a great moonroof, but it does have to work! :)

pleiad7 · 06-13-2007, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roo

This has me worried...wondering if I'm going to be asked to remove the headliner and inspect/lubricate/fix the motor assembly.

Don't worry... I won't inconvenience you!

RocketEyes · 06-13-2007, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRealAnn

So far.... the other items are working.... locks, windows, remote keyless...

I talked to a sunroof wizard (installs aftermarkets for Subaru in CT, in new vehicles)... he suggested resetting (which is no longer an option since it's dead), then said could be motor, but dealers are clueless and will replace everything. None of this is making me feel good. With high labor costs in this area, it could cost as much to repair as for a new one.

I think it's time for Subaru to step up and admit there are some problems and help us out. They have a great moonroof, but it does have to work! :)

Those never broke on mine either. Just the roof. <shrug>

TheRealAnn · 06-13-2007, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RocketEyes

Those never broke on mine either. Just the roof. <shrug>

So what was the fix?

Roo · 06-13-2007, 02:57 PM

You CAN replace the motor assembly by itself. Just FYI, I was looking around for the part number:

65450SA001

Retail ~ 260

I'd be up for the challenge if one ever fails...simply loosen the rear portion of the headliner and unbolt/bolt the new one in place, and connect the wiring harness.

RocketEyes · 06-13-2007, 03:59 PM

they replaced the Comfort Control Module.

but apparently they didn't use a new one and it went bad 3 mo's later.

04-11-2007, 02:55 PM	#46 (permalink)
Lord Helmet Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: austin, texas Posts: 88 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	here's some more bull****. i called the other dealer and told him i need my moonroof looked at. "when can you drop it off for a couple of days?" uhhhhh, never. i just need it looked at "well, the next waiting appointment is the first of next month" uhhhhh, i'll be out of town then. "well, give us a call when you'll be in town" __________________ former 04 FXT PP java black. still stuck here!

04-11-2007, 04:56 PM	#47 (permalink)
Aleksey Ze flying Russian Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Odenton, MD, USA Posts: 2,145 Gallery: 5 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Lord, how far are you from Maryland? If you also update your location info it may be easier to help you out. __________________ 16G powered 04 FXT 5MT-Sold 07 Impreza STI-Current

04-11-2007, 05:38 PM	#49 (permalink)
Lord Helmet Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: austin, texas Posts: 88 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	austin.... __________________ former 04 FXT PP java black. still stuck here!

06-13-2007, 02:11 PM	#50 (permalink)
TheRealAnn Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 22 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Moonroof is dead My moonroof just died... 2003 SX It groaned and struggled for a while, but kept working. I used lithium grease, and it was very happy ... but only for a few days, then back to struggling. Then one day it just stopped. Used the hand crank and last bit of life to close the glass, now it's silent. Anyone have this happen? Got it fixed? What was the problem? Estimated cost? From reading the threads, sounds like there may be problems/defects with Forester moonroofs, but Subaru hasn't recalled them (yet?). Help... feeling claustrophobic... need to open the roof and get some air ... sniff sniff sniff.... Ann

06-13-2007, 02:19 PM	#52 (permalink)
toddlamp President of MarkyD fan club Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Laurel, MD Posts: 9,225 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 11 / 100%	My sun roof acted funny once so far. Just this past weekend when I was parking I went to close it. I hit the button once and it went from full open to the partially closed position (where you have to hit the button again to fully close). I hit the button to close it and nothing happened. Hit it to open it, and nothing happened. I turned the car off and back on, then hit the close button and sure enough it closed. I haven't had a problem since. [action]knocks on wood[/action] __________________ 06XT MT CGM Blouch TD05-18g 8cm equipped

06-13-2007, 02:25 PM	#54 (permalink)
RocketEyes Smart Cookie SuperMod Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 2,922 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 3 / 100%	This is how the problems with my VW sunroof started. It turned out to be the "Comfort Control Module" on the car. Not sure if it's called the same thing on the Suburu, but its some sort of sensor that works the moonroof, auto door locks, keyless entry etc.

06-13-2007, 02:38 PM	#55 (permalink)
TheRealAnn Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 22 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 0 / 0%	So far.... the other items are working.... locks, windows, remote keyless... I talked to a sunroof wizard (installs aftermarkets for Subaru in CT, in new vehicles)... he suggested resetting (which is no longer an option since it's dead), then said could be motor, but dealers are clueless and will replace everything. None of this is making me feel good. With high labor costs in this area, it could cost as much to repair as for a new one. I think it's time for Subaru to step up and admit there are some problems and help us out. They have a great moonroof, but it does have to work! :)

06-13-2007, 02:57 PM	#59 (permalink)
Roo Dr. Detour Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Foresters' favorite town!! Posts: 5,277 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 8 / 100%	You CAN replace the motor assembly by itself. Just FYI, I was looking around for the part number: 65450SA001 Retail ~ 260 I'd be up for the challenge if one ever fails...simply loosen the rear portion of the headliner and unbolt/bolt the new one in place, and connect the wiring harness. __________________ -There is no such thing as can't, only won't.

06-13-2007, 03:59 PM	#60 (permalink)
RocketEyes Smart Cookie SuperMod Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 2,922 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 3 / 100%	they replaced the Comfort Control Module. but apparently they didn't use a new one and it went bad 3 mo's later.

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