How do you manually close the sunroof in a Toyota Camry?
What steps do I need to take to manually close the sunroof in my Toyota Camry? I taped a trash bag over the top for now—but that’s not a long-term solution.
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Closing the sunroof in your Toyota Camry can be a little tricky at first, but try not to worry! It’s easy enough once you’ve had a little practice. Follow these instructions to manually close the sunroof in your Toyota Camry:
Start by removing the sunglasses holder by taking out the clips at each corner and along the front edge.
Use a screwdriver to remove all the trim holding the headliner in place in the front of your car.
Then, unscrew the clothes hooks, handles, mirror, and other accessories attached to the roof of your car in the front.
Unclip the fasteners along with the windshield that hold the headliner in place.
Carefully pull down the front of the headliner with your hands.
At this point, you should be able to remove the sunroof motor and pull the glass forward manually.
However, if your sunroof is tilted up, you’ll need to talk to a professional about getting it adjusted. This is because the cables require a motor to move them up and down. If you bring your car to a
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