Rattle in sunroof-2002 S-type

Hi there!

After much sole searching, I wound up buying the 2002 S-type with the V-6 and the Sport Package, in the multi-hued, depending on the light, green or blue. There are some repairs to be made, which I will be asking about at a later date.
Right now, I am most concerned about an annoying rattle coming from the roof that appears to be related to whether my sunroof is open or closed. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!

Michael

There may be a broken part in the operating mechanism.
Someone may have operated it when it was frozen with ice on it.
One of the beauties of the S-type is so many parts are standard Ford and used on Thunderbird and Lincoln LS, so are readily available. The sunroof mechanism is one of them.
Here is how to fix it.

Rob

Hi Rob!

After reading your very comprehensive instructions for repairing the
sunroof, I initially thought I might just have to learn to live with
the rattle. Then I read it again. This might be more than a one six
pack job, but I think I will give it a try, after all.
Thanks again for your help!

Michael
Quoting Rob Reilly noreply@jag-lovers.com: