Sunroof problem
10-05-2013, 08:52 PM
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Sunroof problem
On an 2008 HHR SS w/factory sunroof the passenger side "J" latch that controls the windscreen broke tonight. It appears to be part of the frame and not a 'replaceable' part. Since I'm planning to get an aftermarket wind deflector anyway, do I really need this windscreen? It was dark by the time I got the sunroof 'fixed' - that is closed - but it looks like there are only a couple of screws holding the windscreen itself on in the front. Can I just remove those screws and unhook the fabric screen (kind of like unhooking and removing wiper blades with a J hook or is there more too it?
10-06-2013, 09:21 AM
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without the wind deflector, wind will come in under the roof and headliner and can cause damage. Others have used aftermarket deflectors.
Read this thd. https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-tutorial-library-21/sunroof-quick-fix-those-without-warranty-coverage-11629/
also post 17 https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/problems-service-repairs-42/official-tsb-recall-thread-23231/#post333293
Read this thd. https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-tutorial-library-21/sunroof-quick-fix-those-without-warranty-coverage-11629/
also post 17 https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/problems-service-repairs-42/official-tsb-recall-thread-23231/#post333293
10-09-2013, 11:49 AM
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if you get an after market surface mount wind deflector you can remove the mesh deflector. my mesh deflector was not broken but I didn't want to take the chance on it breaking like I've read so many have on this site. I installed the the surface mount and am very pleased with it, now on for 2 1/2 years, no problems even going thru many car washes.
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