Opensky roof problems

I've basically accepted that if I open my roof there is a large enough chance that it will fail and cost me $$$$$ that I now don't use it. I think that as a feature it adds a lot of value in just the extra light and feeling of space and I certainly didn't pay any extra because of it...
 
Hi..I have an openroof with the same problem...opens about an inch and then slicks/grates...could you let me know what the solution in your case was and any suggestions as to where to get it fixed?Many thanks Niall
 
Niall - I'm afraid this sounds pretty much like my problem. Unless you consider approx £1500 replacement job from Audi as worthwhile expenditure for a working sunroof, I suggest you do as I have done, which is accept the failure and put up with a non-functioning roof. I think the main benefit is the additional light it provides any way, as there is so much wind noise when it's open.

Repair is possible with the appropriate parts if you can get them, but it's the labour cost that makes this a killer - I couldn't find any specialists prepared to touch it. Replacement requires a special alignment jig, which pretty much makes it an Audi only job.
 
My opensky roof was making clicking noises but today since it was nice weather thought id open it, but it wouldnt fully close...i was like wtf i had heard of the costly repairs...took me two hours of constand opening and closing to finally close it...it made really loud crunching and clicking noises
and the roof was sliding out of place....once i got it shut...phew i was thinking of removing the fuse so that it never gets touched...after hearing about the replacement cost...climate control would do me fine

was going to remove fuse but its also for the horn :mad:
 
Hi Adrenaline

In January, Mark Brigg posted the attached mail relating to an Open Sky roof mod. It may be worth checking if this is available yet (sounds expensive to fit though)

Cheers Spike


"There is soon to be available a roof repair kit developed by Arvin Meritor the OEM supplier. The glass has to be removed and a small pressing put into postion. It solves the problem of the roof twisting.

Which specialist roof repairer did the vendor use in Hampshire? Could this repair kit have worked, do you think?"
 
Just opened my roof today for the first time in about 8 months and even though I take care of it and the seals, I had to give the second panel a little help with a gentle shove to get it open.

The OpenSky system really does seem to be a touch fragile in its design and operation.

Cheers,

Mike
 
I love the Open Sky - I read through this post again with a little concern of all the potential problems above my head.........but you just have to look up and around and enjoy all the extra light and air that it provides.

Not to mention the way that it makes the car look! If I take her to work and park outside the office, when I look out from the first floor, the gleaming tinted glass that runs from the bonnet to the boot looks fantastic and makes her stand out from the crowd.

Anyhoo, all that said, yesterday I gave the roof guides, seals, rubbers and anything else that I felt may hinder the smooth operation of this wonderful optional extra, a damn good clean and lube using all the hints and suggestions in this post.

Opens and closes like a dream - just buffed the acre or so of glass and the jobs a goodun!!

Thanks to everyone for your Open Sky (did I mention that I love it??) hints, tips and suggestions! Long may she provide trouble free sunshine.

ps. I did think, while reading, regardless of the problems that if anyone of us went to buy another A2, and ended up looking at two at a similar price with the same spec except one had the Open Sky - we would ALL go for the Glass Roof, yeah baby, you know you would.
 
Yes - tend to agree with Snubnose - even if it suffers premature failure and neveropens again it is a nice extra!!

In fact it seems a lot of car makers are going over to fixed glass roofs - so, hey, even with a busted Open Sky - you'll be bang up to date!!
 
OpenSky failure

Yes, big prob on Friday evening. Went to shut sunroof. KER-TWANG. Roof would not close. Very windy drive home, fortunately didn't rain. Took to Perth Audi. Apparently, cable from motors to roof has snapped, entailing £1,000 of work. Currently searching cheaper quotes. Extended warranty company are weasling out of it, despite telling me it is covered. Combined with inability tomount roof bars, there's on ething I wish I had known in 2002.... don't buy an Open Sky..... Crawfster
 
Glad I'm not the only one in this position, but sympathise with you anyway!

Instead of removing the fuse, I would suggest that you drop out the panel holding the roof switch (and interior light) - it's very easy to do by removing the lamp cover and then pushing the two small metal clips that you will see on the leading edge.Then you can detach the operating cable from the switch to prevent unwanted activation.

Hope this helps
 
Please see my comments to Heather's thread re her roof problems. There is a fix available through Audi from ther roof manufacturer.
 

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Spike I just posted some details and a presentation (sorry in German- time to get your Eng/Ger dictionaries out!).

The repair is not simple for the likes of me, but should be a lot less that some of the stupid money quoted for repairs such as new roofs etc.
 
Hi Mark

Thanks for update. I see the guide lists the Audi p/n for the new bit so it could be done at home if you have the skills and nerve. Looks like more of a preventative measure than a fix for a broken roof though.

Wonder if any members of the German A2oc have tried it yet.

Cheers Spike
 
Sorry for the late reply, Spike.
No it is a fix for the Open Sky roof for when the opening mechanism fails.

Has anybody who had problems with their roofs tried this yet (Monkey Finger, Heather?)? and if so how much? Please don't keep us all in suspense.
 
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