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Sunroof Panel

Convertible Top

The panel seals the roof opening when closed and provides ventilation and natural light when opened via a motorized sliding mechanism. It also bears weather loads and contributes to the structural integrity of the roof assembly.

A sunroof or moonroof panel is the transparent or opaque sliding section of the roof that can be opened to ventilate the cabin or closed for weather protection. Most modern vehicles use a glass panel that slides back into a channel above the headliner. The panel is operated by an electric motor and controlled from inside the vehicle.

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Typical part cost
$400–$1,200🔒
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Typical labor cost
$150–$400🔒
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Or about
8.0–15.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Sunroof Panel is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Water leaking into cabin
Panel sticks or won't open/close smoothly
Visible cracks or damage to the glass
Grinding or motor noise when operating
Wind noise or rattling when driving

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Sunroof Panel

No standard interval on file

Clean Sunroof Panel

No standard interval on file

Inspect Sunroof Panel

No standard interval on file