Thanks for a very helpful video. The troubleshooting method used. 1. Check the fuse(s) 2. Inspect connectors . 3. Probe for voltage in connector harness. 4. The motor is the likely culprit. Yes sir, helpful video and thank you 😁
Thank you for identifying which motor was in question. When I did my test I maybe pressed the incorrect button, did all fuse, wiring, and checks as I should to identify a motor that was not working at all. Welp, I removed the incorrect motor and put it all back together due to late night. I was scratching my butt and head all night until watching your excellent informational! I am so embarrassed to share just to verify the good motor is still working. Tomorrow I'm gonna do it again because I had so much fun learning the first time. lol Thank you Thank you thank you
That’s what I’ve always enjoyed about your channel, the amount of helpful behind the scenes info you give. I like the straight forward, no bs, this is the way you need to do it. I don’t own an explorer, but my brother does, so now I know what to tell him to look for if the sunroof quits working. As far as the haters, unfortunately, they are always gonna be there. When you put yourself out there, some people deal with their own inadequacy by trying to run you down. I ignore them for the most part, but sometimes it’s fun to mess with them. They usually get their feelers hurt pretty quick and go away. I understand your frustration, but there are plenty of us who appreciate the effort.
Thanks for sharing. I'm going to tackle my sunroof based on your video instruction. Sunroof hasn't been working and I'm getting water into the cabin every time it rains.
Thank you so very much for your time and attention. This video is very helpful. And it might sound a little backwards and so I invite you to consider this: take the negative comments as a compliment and evidence that you are doing the right thing. It’s a sign you are helping a lot of people. There will be tests!!!
Thank you! Just had mine leak and this was the most useful video to help me replace my motor. Saved me over 1k. Dealer wanted $1220 total to replace this. Got a motor for $180 including shipping and tax.
Great video! Thank you the actual Ford part number, and for going through the whole teardown. Idk what is wrong with people giving someone crap for putting out info to help them, there are so many ungrateful people in the world, gross.
Also make sure you clean out the sunroof drains, what usually happens is the drains get clogged and then water takes out the motor. Happens all the time on explorers.
@Elliejp55 there are rubber nipples behind the front fenders and some located in the rear of the vehicle when you open the rear hatch. We live on a dirt road, so I typically clean the front ones every couple of months. I just pull off both front wheels, pop off a couple of those cheap Phillips head clips closest to the firewall that hold the inner fender on, and then stick your hand up inside until you feel the rubber nipple. Squeeze it with your finger tips and it'll break up any buildup. It's that easy. To test it you can open your sunroof and pour a little bit of water into each port to see if it drains. Good luck!
Thanks brother, you have helped me out tremendously. I appreciate every single one of your videos. Keep doing what you are doing. You are loved more than you know.
Thank you very much for your video. It was very helpful and in detail. I have a 2015 ford explorer and thanks for the parts number too. We just replace ours today because of your video and you help us identify the problem. it works great. Thanks
I like watching just to see new and dif work on cars/trucks love your channel Rich. Don't let em get you down homie negative people suck and just need something to hate on.you can do everything right and they'll always find a way .f em.anywho keep ya head up.
Hello Rich, first time tuning in. Excellent video and information. I learned a great deal and think that you are "RIGHT-ON" regarding the folks that don't appreciate anything! God Bless you bro and i will stay tuned. Take care. Wagdi Mabrouk.
@@FordBossMe you bet! No problem. I’ve looked everywhere for this answer ( nothing solid and 100 percent answered) and I know you answered it rather quickly in this video . I would just like a 100% confirmation from you on the passengers side motor ( shade / curtain) . Is it the same exact part number as the (driver’s side ) sunroof motor ?
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Can't wait to try to order a new motor for my sunroof!! Got the motor out and a small blip in the circuitboard is fried! So awesome! 😄
I completely agree with you about the comments. I truly appreciate the insight. It may give me enough info to give it a try or to say this is beyond my capacity. My wife’s Escape is a 2014 and the motor is a different than in the video so I need to do some digging to see if the motor was just upgraded. Why anyone would bitch is beyond my comprehension! Thanks!
It is sad to hear you are getting frustrated with the troll/negativity on youtube. Rich, there will always be haters out there. I am a Certified Master Tech (ASE not Ford). I haven't turned wrenches full time in years. That said I learn a ton from your videos. There is always something to learn. Wiring was never my strong suit and I learn so much from your videos. A very wise person once told me that humility is the path to knowledge. If you aren't humble you aren't learning. Sadly there are so many narcissists in todays society humility is severely lacking. Keep it up and let the haters hate sir. You're a good dude. AND BTW - Gibsons Steak Seasoning is ROCKIN'
Left the sunroof open overnight in a driving rainstorm last weekend after I had a few too many and turned the ride into a submarine! Gonna tackle this next weekend. Thanks for the tips!
rich, the video is great, straight to the point with all the insiders tips, what more could a viewer ask for.one honest question, do those have any drainage issues that would submerge a motor or just constant moisture causing the eventual corrosion?
I appreciate the video. My explorer decided to no cooperate anymore when I try to use the moonroof and the sunshade only covers works to cover the giant immobile glass. About to jump into it and see what I can find. Fingers crossed that it’s simply a fuse but if not, I now have the know key to change the motor thanks to you and your video.
How did this end for you?? On our '16 XLT the sunroof glass quit doing anything AND the front map lights only come on with the keyfob (unlocking), rear cargo (center overhead), and 2nd row left/right map lights, and now the rear 2 door windows will not roll up from the rear door power switches!!! All this at the same time. Never had any issues before!! Sunroof headliner/sunshade runs back and forth just fine for both glasses though. Fuse would HAVE to be to easy....
@@COWBOYZNATION worked out well. Pulled the roof down. Ended up finding water in the motor, there are two motors. Tried swapping them but it didn’t improve things. Swapped them back. And decided to not use the moonroof anymore. Few hours later I came out and the moonroof opened on its own. So I manually closed it and tested it with a hose. Then unplugged everything. The true fix would’ve been replacing BOTH motors and reprogramming it all. But if water got in there once, it possibly could a second time. So I left In inoperable
You're awesome and you're videos are always highly informative. Don't pay attention to the pimple faced brats hiding in their parents basements that can't even hold a job flipping burgers. You Rock. 😇
There are a lot of us that get great content from your videos, sadly the complaining snowflakes always seem louder than any of the other followers. We love your videos and the others are like children that need a bottle and a "time out"....keep your head up as you are very much appreciated. PS it is 100 degrees here in Oklahoma also....dang it is hot.
Thanks for the video, as you like sharing your knowledge with others. Know that it's appreciated. Maybe I missed you saying it, but in my experience with these the corrosion you find in the sunroof glass motors seems to come from restricted sunroof drains. They typically cause an excess of water in the troughs which in turn leads to water getting into the motor. In our shop we've seen techs replace the motor, as you did, get it working again and then after some time the same concern repeats. Basically, the cause of the water entry is being missed on the initial diagnosis. Hope this helps and keep up the good work. God bless
The general consensus on all my videos that have to do with some kind of water is always pointed at make sure the drains are clear but that's for another video I appreciate the inside as other people may find that very very helpful but that is something I always resonate in the majority of my videos when it comes to water
I changed out both motors and the switch to just make sure it was all new and my first subroof will open and close but my shade won’t open or close now and also I have to unplug that plug and plug it back in above the plastic for it to work any suggestions on what I can do?
glad it wasn't a blown fuse, if it was, their is a deeper problem. mine stopped working. after water came out of my light. guessing my drains and plugged and some corrosion.
This is a great video!! I have clicking coming from both sides when I tried to close mine. I shut everything off and it worked to close it, have not opened since. I think the motors are shot but not sure. How long does it take to replace the motors or do you have any other suggestions?
There will be trolls my brother. Don’t let them get to you. Like we say at work, “complaining is like water on a duck’s back, shake it off, and go on with your day.”
Thanks so much!!! where are you located???I am 65 years old woman...the Ford dealer is charging me 2.000.dollars for fixing my 2015 explorer that is leaking and bottoms are not working :( some car shops don't know the sunroof system ...or don't consider this issue as important...I assume. Thanks for your video I will try.
Thanks for a very helpful video. The troubleshooting method used.
1. Check the fuse(s)
2. Inspect connectors .
3. Probe for voltage in connector harness.
4. The motor is the likely culprit.
Yes sir, helpful video and thank you 😁
Thank you for identifying which motor was in question. When I did my test I maybe pressed the incorrect button, did all fuse, wiring, and checks as I should to identify a motor that was not working at all. Welp, I removed the incorrect motor and put it all back together due to late night. I was scratching my butt and head all night until watching your excellent informational! I am so embarrassed to share just to verify the good motor is still working. Tomorrow I'm gonna do it again because I had so much fun learning the first time. lol Thank you Thank you thank you
I'm glad you were able to figure it out
You rock Dude! 66 yr old woman totally lost in the car repair world. Appreciate you more than you know!
That’s what I’ve always enjoyed about your channel, the amount of helpful behind the scenes info you give. I like the straight forward, no bs, this is the way you need to do it. I don’t own an explorer, but my brother does, so now I know what to tell him to look for if the sunroof quits working. As far as the haters, unfortunately, they are always gonna be there. When you put yourself out there, some people deal with their own inadequacy by trying to run you down. I ignore them for the most part, but sometimes it’s fun to mess with them. They usually get their feelers hurt pretty quick and go away. I understand your frustration, but there are plenty of us who appreciate the effort.
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Thanks Rich - I always enjoy your commentary and insight. Don't let the naysayers get you down.
You teach me how to work on my own cars !!!! Your amazing thanks for the knowledge and ignore the trolls !!!
This tutorial saved me several hundred dollars. Thanks a lot!!!!
You are very welcome
I believe there are two motors, do I need to replace both? Thanks.
Appreciate the video and noting the part number. I'm gonna take a swing at doing this one myself.
Great video. I just changed out a motor e-z p-z with this help. Thanks for sharing!
Dude. Excellent job. Don't pay attention to the lazy or the haters.
Thanks for sharing. I'm going to tackle my sunroof based on your video instruction. Sunroof hasn't been working and I'm getting water into the cabin every time it rains.
Thanks! Your tutorial in the sunroof motor was GREAT!! Did the job myself and all's good. I really appreciate your efforts to make these videos!
Tyvm brother
Bro, you're doing the lords work. Keep doing what you're doing.
Thank you so very much for your time and attention. This video is very helpful. And it might sound a little backwards and so I invite you to consider this: take the negative comments as a compliment and evidence that you are doing the right thing. It’s a sign you are helping a lot of people. There will be tests!!!
Thank you! Just had mine leak and this was the most useful video to help me replace my motor. Saved me over 1k. Dealer wanted $1220 total to replace this. Got a motor for $180 including shipping and tax.
Nice
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My sunroof on my 2005 town car hasn't been open since I bought the car, wish the fix for it was as easy as this! 👊 nice work Rich.
Great video! Thank you the actual Ford part number, and for going through the whole teardown. Idk what is wrong with people giving someone crap for putting out info to help them, there are so many ungrateful people in the world, gross.
People are just assholes man
Also make sure you clean out the sunroof drains, what usually happens is the drains get clogged and then water takes out the motor. Happens all the time on explorers.
Where are those drains located?
@Elliejp55 there are rubber nipples behind the front fenders and some located in the rear of the vehicle when you open the rear hatch. We live on a dirt road, so I typically clean the front ones every couple of months. I just pull off both front wheels, pop off a couple of those cheap Phillips head clips closest to the firewall that hold the inner fender on, and then stick your hand up inside until you feel the rubber nipple. Squeeze it with your finger tips and it'll break up any buildup. It's that easy. To test it you can open your sunroof and pour a little bit of water into each port to see if it drains. Good luck!
Thanks brother, you have helped me out tremendously. I appreciate every single one of your videos. Keep doing what you are doing. You are loved more than you know.
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Thank you very much for your video. It was very helpful and in detail. I have a 2015 ford explorer and thanks for the parts number too. We just replace ours today because of your video and you help us identify the problem. it works great. Thanks
All your videos have been great value.Keep up the great work..
Great video brother! Never changed a top motor yet in my 26 years of wrenching! I see it not that bad to do too! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the explanation and directions. Got a motor on the way for my vehicle.. Don't mind the haters..
I like watching just to see new and dif work on cars/trucks love your channel Rich. Don't let em get you down homie negative people suck and just need something to hate on.you can do everything right and they'll always find a way .f em.anywho keep ya head up.
I love watching your videos! So much good information! Thank you for spending the time to make videos like this!
Thank you for sharing this information. It’s very helpful and I didn’t have to go to the dealership to fix it, I did it myself.
Thanks again.❤
You are very welcome
Hello Rich, first time tuning in. Excellent video and information. I learned a great deal and think that you are "RIGHT-ON" regarding the folks that don't appreciate anything! God Bless you bro and i will stay tuned. Take care. Wagdi Mabrouk.
Thanks going to do it this way I’ve seen some videos where they take down about half the liner . Subscribed!!!
Thanks for the sub!
@@FordBossMe you bet! No problem. I’ve looked everywhere for this answer ( nothing solid and 100 percent answered) and I know you answered it rather quickly in this video . I would just like a 100% confirmation from you on the passengers side motor ( shade / curtain) . Is it the same exact part number as the (driver’s side ) sunroof motor ?
@@FordBossMe hey can you answer the question I asked you above in my replies ?
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Can't wait to try to order a new motor for my sunroof!! Got the motor out and a small blip in the circuitboard is fried! So awesome! 😄
Oh and my charity organization will be at Hines VA end of this month! Stop by the Fisher House if you want good food and volunteering! 😁 #DoGoodInc
Thank you for this video it’s probably saved thousands for people. Very nice straight forward explanation!
Your videos are great! Thank you for taking the time to make these informative videos.
Thank You. Made it easy to pull the motor.
I completely agree with you about the comments. I truly appreciate the insight. It may give me enough info to give it a try or to say this is beyond my capacity. My wife’s Escape is a 2014 and the motor is a different than in the video so I need to do some digging to see if the motor was just upgraded. Why anyone would bitch is beyond my comprehension! Thanks!
You're awesome Rich!
Thank you!
Your video has really helpful! I did not want to break the head liner.
Thank you for pointing out the two different motors and which one does what. In my case just the front shade is not working.
Thanks buddy for sharing. I'm learning lots. Good work.
It is sad to hear you are getting frustrated with the troll/negativity on youtube. Rich, there will always be haters out there. I am a Certified Master Tech (ASE not Ford). I haven't turned wrenches full time in years. That said I learn a ton from your videos. There is always something to learn. Wiring was never my strong suit and I learn so much from your videos. A very wise person once told me that humility is the path to knowledge. If you aren't humble you aren't learning. Sadly there are so many narcissists in todays society humility is severely lacking. Keep it up and let the haters hate sir. You're a good dude. AND BTW - Gibsons Steak Seasoning is ROCKIN'
Thank you so much for this video. You just saved me a ton of money and time. Subscribed!
Excellent video, exactly what I was looking for. Much appreciated it!
Thanks for your help and time you put on this video. I really appreciate it.
Left the sunroof open overnight in a driving rainstorm last weekend after I had a few too many and turned the ride into a submarine! Gonna tackle this next weekend. Thanks for the tips!
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rich, the video is great, straight to the point with all the insiders tips, what more could a viewer ask for.one honest question, do those have any drainage issues that would submerge a motor or just constant moisture causing the eventual corrosion?
Thanks for the video! Mine just on its own opened and then died.
Now it’s stuck open.
Seriously thank you for this video!!! This HELPS SOOOOO SO SO SO MUCH. It’s SO MUCH APPRECIATED!!!!! God bless you.
You are so welcome!
Thanks so much mine is bad lol. I appreciate your videos! Helps a lot
Awesome content as always. Be well and thanks for posting
Great video Rich thanks for sharing 👍
Hey man I appreciate you no matter how this goes
Very nice explanation and information, blessings
I appreciate the video. My explorer decided to no cooperate anymore when I try to use the moonroof and the sunshade only covers works to cover the giant immobile glass. About to jump into it and see what I can find. Fingers crossed that it’s simply a fuse but if not, I now have the know key to change the motor thanks to you and your video.
How did this end for you??
On our '16 XLT the sunroof glass quit doing anything AND the front map lights only come on with the keyfob (unlocking), rear cargo (center overhead), and 2nd row left/right map lights, and now the rear 2 door windows will not roll up from the rear door power switches!!!
All this at the same time. Never had any issues before!!
Sunroof headliner/sunshade runs back and forth just fine for both glasses though.
Fuse would HAVE to be to easy....
@@COWBOYZNATION worked out well. Pulled the roof down. Ended up finding water in the motor, there are two motors. Tried swapping them but it didn’t improve things. Swapped them back. And decided to not use the moonroof anymore. Few hours later I came out and the moonroof opened on its own. So I manually closed it and tested it with a hose. Then unplugged everything. The true fix would’ve been replacing BOTH motors and reprogramming it all. But if water got in there once, it possibly could a second time. So I left In inoperable
@@COWBOYZNATION oh and the fuse would be easy, if you can contort yourself to reach it. It’s in the worst possible place in the drivers side footwell
@@indysaab I found the red 10 Amp fuse last night. It was good.
Figured it would have killed the headliner/sunshade motor too though....
@@COWBOYZNATION hmmm. I would’ve thought that too. Are you sure it was the correct fuse?
Keep doing your thing. Your video helped.
God bless
You done a good job, Pal. Thank you.
Thank you too!
Thanks for the info it was very helpful. God bless.
Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks for the info and video man!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. Good bless you.
Great video and very helpful. 😊
Keep up the GOOD work ‼️👍
Helpful video, thanks!
Thankyou for a very informative video sir. You have a new subscriber keep up the good work.
Thanks for the sub!
Thank you I hope that what I need because I bought new switches and batteries was not the problem
This is awesome, THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!!! GOD BLESS!!!!
Thanks, you fixed it!
Thank you. I’m about to do this now
Nice job brotha. Helped out alot. Thanks.
No problem 👍
A good video! Thank you!
Good video.... great info.
Appreciate you sir.
Awesome vid - subscribed!
I appreciate the video man
Thanks! It was very useful
Glad it helped!
You're awesome and you're videos are always highly informative.
Don't pay attention to the pimple faced brats hiding in their parents basements that can't even hold a job flipping burgers.
You Rock. 😇
Thank you appreciate it 👍
Thanks it was really nice
Thanks for the info mine is still working if it stops now I know what I'm in for 😃
Thanks!
I like the content always have, thanks
Thank you for the video, it's a big help. I just wonder if there's a need to reset the system of the explorer after replacing the motor.
Not that I know of
Kewl Boss Thanks for the Help your my Hero
Liked your video bro, don't forget, haters gonna hate, just do you dawg.
I appreciate it
Great video thanks
Thanks!!
If you siliconed the electronic board would that help keep moisture out from the affected areas?
There are a lot of us that get great content from your videos, sadly the complaining snowflakes always seem louder than any of the other followers. We love your videos and the others are like children that need a bottle and a "time out"....keep your head up as you are very much appreciated. PS it is 100 degrees here in Oklahoma also....dang it is hot.
Thanks bro
Great video... F the haters...saved me alot of time
Thanks for the video, as you like sharing your knowledge with others. Know that it's appreciated.
Maybe I missed you saying it, but in my experience with these the corrosion you find in the sunroof glass motors seems to come from restricted sunroof drains. They typically cause an excess of water in the troughs which in turn leads to water getting into the motor.
In our shop we've seen techs replace the motor, as you did, get it working again and then after some time the same concern repeats. Basically, the cause of the water entry is being missed on the initial diagnosis.
Hope this helps and keep up the good work.
God bless
The general consensus on all my videos that have to do with some kind of water is always pointed at make sure the drains are clear but that's for another video
I appreciate the inside as other people may find that very very helpful but that is something I always resonate in the majority of my videos when it comes to water
The perfect reason not to have a sunroof. It's not if it will fail but when!
I changed out both motors and the switch to just make sure it was all new and my first subroof will open and close but my shade won’t open or close now and also I have to unplug that plug and plug it back in above the plastic for it to work any suggestions on what I can do?
glad it wasn't a blown fuse, if it was, their is a deeper problem. mine stopped working. after water came out of my light. guessing my drains and plugged and some corrosion.
Good video
Thanks man. I did the swap and my gf subroon opens again. Thanks
This is a great video!! I have clicking coming from both sides when I tried to close mine. I shut everything off and it worked to close it, have not opened since. I think the motors are shot but not sure. How long does it take to replace the motors or do you have any other suggestions?
Takes a couple hours at Max
Yep...water in the board!!!! Thanks.
Changing my moms tomorrow should be fun
There will be trolls my brother. Don’t let them get to you. Like we say at work, “complaining is like water on a duck’s back, shake it off, and go on with your day.”
I do have a complaint actually. I've replaced my sunroof motor in a 13 Explorer XLT and attempted the relearn procedure over and over to no avail.
Rich don’t let the trolls get to you. They have never left their parents basement
Thanks so much!!! where are you located???I am 65 years old woman...the Ford dealer is charging me 2.000.dollars for fixing my 2015 explorer that is leaking and bottoms are not working :(
some car shops don't know the sunroof system ...or don't consider this issue as important...I assume.
Thanks for your video I will try.