Removing and installing sliding sunroof adjustment control unit J245 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6C (2014–2017)

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• The bolts for the drive are microencapsulated and must always be renewed.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Remove or install drive for panorama tilting sunroof glass panel only when sunroof is closed ("0" position ).The requirements for removing and installing drive are: Engine not running and ignition off, key not in ignition and door open. — Remove glass panel .
2. If drive defective, remove glass panel
3. Remove cover .
4. Switch engine and ignition off, remove key and open door.
5. Remove bolts (4) and pull off drive for panorama tilting roof (1).

6. Detach drive connector (5). [Note: The bolts for the drive are microencapsulated and must always be renewed.]
7. Plug in connector (5) at drive (1).
8. Check that the clips (2) are correctly seated.
9. Attach drive (1) and tighten bolts (4). Specified torque: 4 Nm — 4 Nm (3.0 lb-ft)
11. After installation, the key can be inserted in ignition and starter switch again.

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