Does Replacing the Sunroof Seal Require Removing the Sunroof?

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Alves
07/30/25 1:13am
Replacing the sunroof seal requires removing the sunroof. Below is some relevant information about sunroofs: 1. Functions of a sunroof: It can quickly lower the temperature, eliminate fogging, and rapidly exchange fresh air. Opening the sunroof while driving can quickly increase air circulation inside the car, thereby improving ventilation. 2. Precautions for sunroofs: Open the sunroof in traffic jams to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the car. During traffic jams, all vehicles are stationary, and car exhaust inevitably disperses in the air. Open the sunroof after exposure to sunlight to balance the interior temperature. In hot summers, after the car has been exposed to the sun, the interior temperature becomes very high. At this time, the owner should promptly open the sunroof.
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