Sunroof rebuild process for Ford F-150, F-250, Navigator, Expedition, Excursion, Mercury and more. 

Followed these instructions and rebuilt my sunroof in my 05 F250 in about 6 hours start to finish. Most places around here wouldn't touch it and the ones that would wanted at least $1500. I spent $110 on the Sunroof Doctor kit and about $3.99 on a Harbor Freight rivet gun. My plastic track assemblies shattered and broke. The sunroof works perfect now with no leaks. I can't thank you enough for the excellent video and instructions. If you're ever in South Carolina i owe you a beer!

No way I'd take this project on without this video. Awesome job showing the whole thing. Thanks!!

I recently followed AutoRex's instructions to rebuild the sunroof on my '13 Expedition King ranch. The step by step instructions were very helpful. there were a couple of small details that were different. My headliner is much larger than an F150's. Therefore the headliner takedown was much more involved. However, the process was not very complicated. I did drop the entire headliner to prevent damage to it. It is rather delicate. Also I had to remove both the front and center row passenger side seats to facilitate removal of the sunroof for the repair. My Expedition sunroof (structure, not the glass) was secured only with bolts of one size. The tabs that AutoRex hammers down prior to removal of the broken parts from the tracks are not easily accessible from below to be able to hammer them back up. I had to drill access holes through the bottom of the sunroof structure to be able to hammer them back up to their proper position. These holes I covered with caulking to prevent leaks later. Lastly, the sunroof does need to be programmed to function properly. The programming is not very complicated and there are instructions available in You Tube to do this step. Just know that I had to hold the button much longer than the person doing the video did. Over all this is an excellent instructional video. Thanks to AutoRex for giving me the inspiration to try this myself!!!

Great video very helpful. step by step. except the one part that is missing..... you need to re program your sunroof. it is very simple. follow these instructions if your roof won't tilt. NOTE: The roof opening panel motor initialization procedure must be done when repairs are carried out on any part of the roof opening panel system, including: any time the roof opening panel motor has been removed from the roof opening panel assembly, a new roof opening panel motor has been installed or when a new roof opening panel assembly has been installed.Turn the ignition to the RUN position. For a new roof opening panel motor, skip to Step 3.NOTE: The roof opening panel glass will travel to the comfort STOP position first, which is approximately 50.8 mm (2 in) from the full open position. Press the open switch again to fully open the roof opening panel.For an existing roof opening panel motor, open the roof opening panel glass to the full OPEN position, then release the switch.For a new roof opening panel motor, press and hold the open switch until the roof opening panel glass moves to the full OPEN position, then continue to hold the open switch until the roof opening panel glass moves slightly rearward and then slightly forward to the stored OPEN position, then quickly release the switch.For an existing motor, press and hold the open switch (for approximately 10 seconds) until the roof opening panel glass moves past full OPEN, then to full OPEN near the rear of the roof opening panel assembly, then quickly release the switch.NOTE: After pressing and holding the open switch in this step, it will take approximately 3 seconds for the roof opening panel to begin close/tilt/close (initialization) movements.NOTE: If the switch is released before close/tilt/close (initialization) movements are complete, go back to Step 3.Press and hold the open switch until after the roof opening panel carries out close/tilt-up/close (initialization) movements.Release the open switch and test the system for normal operation by carrying out one-touch open to comfort stop, full open, close from full open to comfort stop, close from comfort stop to full close and tilt operation.

You should get sponsored by sunroof doctor. My recently purchased rebuild kit just arrived today! You just got yourself another subscriber.

Great video, very well detailed, I was able to fix my 2010 Raptor with ease! I paid $32.00 for the repair kit out of eBay.

I just want to thank you for taking the time to make this video. I just finished with my 06 F150 and it went flawlessly. It took my friend an I about 3 hours and all for $84.00.

I wanted to let you know that I purchased the repair kit from Sunroof Doctor for a 2005 F-350 King Ranch as you suggested. I followed this video (and had to refer to it a couple of times) to make sure I installed the new parts as they were intended to be installed. Your instructions were perfect. It was a simple enough operation that I did it on the picnic table in an RV park. I now have a sunroof that works!!! Thanks for your time in making and publishing this information.

Huge thank you from Las Vegas! 2010 Raptor, saved us a bundle! Great video, couldn't have done it without you!

Great video. Couldn't have done it without it. You saved me $2000 at the dealership because no independent shops would touch it.

Thank god for this video. Dealer tried to Charge 1700 and I had it done for 600 Thank you tons from Texas

I know this video was made a long time ago, but this just helped me repair my 2012 sunroof. Very helpful and everything went GREAT. One problem, I was unable to get the dang headliner out of the truck no matter what I did, without creasing the darn thing. So I just left it inside while I repaired the sunroof. Thank you for the great video!

Thank you a ton. This video was a huge help on replacing the rail system on my truck. I appreciate the time you put into making this video.

Thank you for the amazing tutorial! I fixed my sunroof and it works great. You saved me so much money!

Thanks for posting this video i did mine today after having my f250 parked for over two months do to a broken track best video in my opinion. Thanks again

Repaired my prized 2003 Liberty sunroof. Would not have been possible without your great video. You're the best!

I am amazed of the small amount of people that know how to do sunroofs. I’ve yet to meet anyone at dealerships that would even look at these. Over 30 yrs ago I worked at a place that did moonroofs and pop-ups, and vinyl tops onto dealers cars in the area. New cars straight off the trains to us, then to the dealers. We did mostly 85s to 95s back then. I was doing moonroofs and vinyl tops. Brings back memories. Later on, the dealerships started doing these things themselves at the dealers. Kinda faded out our jobs, but we then swapped to doing electronics, radios and video. Also did a lot of handicap stuff, lifts and such. Anyway, this is an excellent video, should be getting paid just for the video. Very impresssed. Good job. Got one more subscriber too.

Great video, I got the parts from Ebay for about $50, and got it done in about 5 hours, thanks!!!! ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡

Thanks for showing me how to fix my sunroof on my 2012 ford raptor. I bought the kit from sunroof Doctor and I installed it today it works great . Big THANK YOU form Texas

The moon roof track and instructions were exactly the same for the 2011 Lincoln Navigator L, thank you!

You’re a life saver bro. On a Jeep liberty (almost identical) I needed to get this done to get to work the next day and your video got me past a part I couldn’t figure out. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

Just used your video to repair my 2006 F350 sunroof. Great directions and thank you. Kit purchased from Amazon.

Saved the day man. And not to mention about 1800 bucks. Truly appreciated!

Excellent video I followed it step by step using the sunroof doctor kit. It works perfect …thank you

Thanks for the video I followed your instructions to the T and replaced one in a 2013 expedition . The only thing that sucked was the headliner .

Thank you so much for this walkthrough! I have a 2013 Platinum F150 and it’s exactly what I needed to fix mine. Liked and Subbed!

Huge help for my F-250. Thank you very much for posting and saving a guy a lot of money and time.

The fact you took the time to carefully remove the motor bolts, check for broken pieces, bends, and even remove the old grease is a testament to your professionalism and work ethic. I hope I won't have to do this with my 2018 F150 Raptor....but I have a feeling I will...Question: Is it normal for the new assembly to be stiff in the track as you feed it back to the forward position. Thanks for the video. Well done!

Ty bro. I really appreciate this money i saved thanks to ur instruction video. I had most tools all i had to buy was the ribit tool at harbor freight for under 11 bucks. My total cost was right under 122.

No wonder they want 1600 to do the job Holy Balls that's alot to do.But thank you for the Best Video how to fix it. You showed us step by step perfectly and all the tricks we might encounter.

Hi, I have been studying in this video a while and I think it rocks! Thanks.

Thanks for the very helpful and detailed video. It saved me many hours of stress

Thank you for making this video. Really appreciate it!!!

This is the best video I've seen 👏 keep up the good work!!! Your presentation is the reason why I subscribed.

Best video I found to fix my issue. You rock and are very smart.

Super good explanation thank you so much

Great video fixing my now thanks to you!!

Perfect! Saved me 2500 bucks. Great video.

Good video, good editing, good narrating, and great advice! New subscriber.

Thank you for this detailed video. You are appreciated 😎👊

EXCELLENT INSTRUCTIONS!!!!

You must do these alot great video!!!! im doing one today

What a GREAT video! Much Thanks!!

I gotta agree with Trey, my 07 F250 was a breeze except my grease tub was not never ending like yours. I wonder if we could convince Sunroof doctor to add half again as much grease in the kit? Thanks for a great repair video!

Great video! Thanks

This seems to be more of issue with age of this part not use. I just bought a 2011 Navigator from my father-in-law (who has terrible hearing). He hadn't noticed the wind noise coming from the sunroof not properly sealing and since it doesn't leak there was nothing to notify him that there was a problem. When I told him right after buying it from him that it wouldn't properly seal he was surprised. He said had only used it maybe 10 times in the last 7 years.

Hi thanks for your informative video. Nice Job.

Excellent tutorial.

Great video.

excellent video! even a complete dunce like me could do it with your explanation. Do you know if the Lincoln MKX is very similar to what you showed?

I bought the kit and did the repair today, worked fine. Since Ford has decided against ever improving the sunroof, I will never buy another Ford truck, for using cheap hardware and no driver side assist handle, for having a turning radius like the Queen Mary, etc.,etc., etc. I don't plan on ever using the moonroof again because I don't want to have to do this a 2nd time. Sadly, The parts in the replacement kit don't look any more robust than the cheap parts in the factory sunroof.

Just did my 2011 F250 last night. Not a horrible job to do but definitely helps to have a few extra hands removing the frame. Should my new hardware fit rather snug? It seems pretty tight compared to the factory hardware I replaced.

Perfect video, I have the replacement kit on its way. I do have a question as my sunroof was stuck in the open position and I had to pull the motor in order to slide it forward so I could remove the glass. My question is, do I need to do anything special since it didnt start in the closed position or will the calibration automatically take car of it?

Video was great. I have a question my cable that feeds to the motor has a cloth wrapped around it when I took mine out there's parts of the material and unwinding or missing on the cable? Will it still work or do I need to replace the cable? If I need to replace where do I purchase? I have it a part just need answer before installing it back in the vehicle. Thank you great video!! Joe

I have a 2012 F350. I followed this to a T minus I tried to cheat and leave my passenger side seat in. Epic failure. Save yourself the F bombs and pull the seat. Took 10 minutes. Only thing video is missing is reset procedure which I googled. Great video!

Great video. I replaced a sunroof on my 2002 f150 and it seemed okay. But it will only open halfway and stops does everything else okay. It's a one button moonroof. Is there a reset I can understand with this year and model? All other videos show the 3 button switches. Sny help is greatly appreciated

I rebuilt my sunroof successfully like the video. But remember about the reclocking the motor afterwards. Basically mine is shut but does not function correctly an I am not pull it back apart

I took the sunroof off and it appears like the locking tab in the shaft snapped off. I put the kit in but what is the best way to go about replacing the locking tab?

At 21:45 my 2006 f150 harley edition has a piece of sheet metal across the back making it to where you cant pop those tabs back out..... I ended up using a sharp paddle bit top from the other side and prying it up

I have a sunroof from a 2010 mks Lincoln how do I hot wire it to work I have roof and switch.. thanks

My yukon sunroof flew off and has some weird design up top any idea how to fix? 2001 yukon xl

do you recommend removing the glass before dropping the sunroof frame from the roof of the truck?

Hello! RE: Rail replacement. Fantastic video. I replaced the rails due to broken plastic. Reinitialized sys. Closed fine. Open To vent position and when closing, it stopped moving and began to chatter. Used a hex key to manually close from vent position but only passenger side closed. How can I close drivers side? If I remove motor do cables rotate or do they slide. Any info is appreciated. Pete

Very helpful video, just repaired my 01 lariat supercrews sunroof. However, my tracks do not have the locking tabs that you beat down and bent back up. Are the older model sunroofs different? I don't understand what stops the roof from moving backwards on mine since there are no tabs or signs of tabs? I haven't tried it out yet because I'm afraid that the followers will break again since the drain tray hits first.

Amazing video! I just did a 2012 Expedition and man that roof is a pain! Took me 6 hours and I finally have it rebuilt and ready to reinstall. You saved me $1800. PayPal address please so I can donate.

Thank you 👍

I did the same on my truck and the right side rear sliding mechanism broke! What could be wrong?

Great video. Anyone have suggestions how to adjust/align the glass so it seals correctly? Mine is flush with the top but still leaks a little. I’ve ordered a new seal/weatherstripping so that might be it as well.

I have a 2015 f250 crew cab and the sunroof has a bad rattle when it's open. It looks like the glass is rattling against the roof cross brace. It's done this since new. Would rather fix it myself than have the dealer mess with it. Any ideas?

Love this Video - perfect - but my question to you or anyone - is the kit as good as the OEM one? - I was actually hoping the answer is BETTER - I really only want to do this ONCE - thanks!

I am abkut ut to tackle this myself on my 2006 f150. I have already bought the kit. I am a very experienced mechanic but I have never done this before. My father is going to come help. I figured two people would make it go a little faster. We have watcher the video all the way through twice now. Any advice before we start?

Hi everyone I just did my f150 but for some reason one side of roof window seen to be half inch forward them the other side Idk if it has something to do with the cable I try to calibrate window but still not closing the right way

Good video! I ordered the rebuild kit from The Sunroof Doctor. All went well with the reinstall except the back left corner is cracked. Would you know where to find one of those without buying a whole new assembly from the Ford Dealer?

I have a litle confused when he put the brackets back. To kow. De side out or in. And the grease i get. I need more. What kind i have to buy. But video is very good thanks a lot

What kind of sealant can I buy at an auto parts store for that grey sealant?

@AutoRex went to a guy to have my sunroof on my 2005 F250 Harley Davidson checked out he says what’s bad is the tracks, does that come in the rebuild kit ? I’ve been looking online for the tracks alone but can’t find anything on them. Don’t even know what they look like or if that’s what they’re actually called.

Thanks!

What years does this apply too!?

Hi on your video you mention to use butyl only. I live in California and they no longer sale butyl because of high voc. What can I use instead of butyl?

I fought the kid it worked great. My problem now is sun roof works sporadic I need to initialize the sunroof can you help me with the sequence to set sunroof.

How different of a process is it on a 2004 Chevrolet trailblazer ext?

Use a smaller bit and drill the center out of the rivets.

how do I remove the glass if it is stuck in the open position?

How long did it take you to fix once you recieved the parts? The Ford dealership here wants $2350.00

Question : when you mentioned inspecting the track where the metal can possibly be bent up from damage caused when the parts break and bind up , what did you do to fix it ? Smooth it out with a file .. Hammer it back down flat ?? Cut it off ?? Mine appears to be slightly bent up .. like a finger nail

Sunroof leaks after I performed the sunroof repair. Any ideas what this could be? All drain tubes are clear.

Great video. Need your help! do you know if the sunroof panel glasses from a 2021 F150 super crew are the same as previous year model? I know the part number changed, but cannot see any different other than the controllers... do you know? I have both panels broken and the 2021 part is out of stock with not ETA! but I measure the glass from another F150 from previous year and it is the same length! par number for 2021 is ML3Z-16500A18-A and the part number for a 2020 it is Fl3Z-16500A18-A any thoughts I will really appreciated as dealer does not help.

AutoRex is this the same process for a 2007 f250 as well? just want to know before i take this thing apart.

Does that plastic piece on the end of that rod come in the kit?

There’s no way to just replace the plastic piece with out having to bring the whole headliner down ?

Has anyone had their track assembly bent from this in the little rectangular openings on the track itself? Mine are bent pretty good on four of them. Thats where I am at the moment and could use any help from someone who has been there. Thanks!

This is a GREAT video, however I have a question. Both of my tracks are in different positions. Do I have to tear down and replace everything as you have or is this something I can fix with programming? I bought the new tracks, but that was all that came with the kit.

I repair with this kit went to reprogram but glass tilted instead of slide, can you advise why

Will this work for my 2004 Ford F-150 ?

Quick question here I got an 05 expedition but it's sunroof won't open or close I hear the motor but it won't do nothing like if it's stuck with something do u recommend on buying the kit to rebuilt it all or what do u think it could be

awesome

Okay so I did this but now it only opened halfway and now won’t close any tips?

My sunroof on my 2018 F250 king ranch hasn't been used in over a year and when I tried to open it one side lifted up on the rear left corner. The cable trees to move on the passenger side but the driver side track is definitely broken and the cable (pin) doesn't appear to move on that side. Do you think the cable is ok, do they ever break or would replacing both tracks most likely fix the issue? I'm hoping to not have remove the whole headliner and frame.

Does it make much difference if I took apart the other end of the sunroof frame instead? I had to drill a few more rivets out, but I did it before I seen your video

Does this fix a leaking sunroof in a 2015 F150? The roof works fine but leaks. I was tricked when I bought the truck, lots of mold everywhere so I assume its been leaking for 4 years.