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2000 Tacoma SR5 factory sunroof question...

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Automan9482, Apr 5, 2023.

  1. Apr 5, 2023 at 4:40 PM
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    Automan9482

    Automan9482 [OP] Active Member

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    2000 Tacoma SR5 Xtracab 4x2.

    Hello all,
    I have a question regarding parts/repair to the air deflector of my Tacoma's factory pop-up sunroof.
    I recently replaced the fried weatherstripping inside the frame, not the exterior seal around the glass, with a NOS piece. I was able to do this without removing the sunroof, as I had never removed it completely in the 7 years I've owned it and honestly was nervous to do so.
    Right after, the air deflector started rattling like mad between the glass and the hinges with the sunroof open. So today I pulled the sunroof out completely and discovered apparently I forced back the deflector just enough to break off one of the tiny plastic clips that secures the deflector to the hinge.
    The other one popped off but didn't break.
    I reattached the intact one and did a little bit of redneck engineering to secure the deflector on the other side, so it's nice and tight and rattle free for now.
    My question is: does anyone know where or if I can obtain these obscure plastic clips? It is a separate piece that locks in with a ¼ turn thru a hole in the deflector.
    If not directly replacable, does anyone have any experience with these factory sunroof deflectors/clips and had a similar issue they were able to fix permanently some other way?
    Pics included, tia. ✌️
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  2. Apr 6, 2023 at 10:37 AM
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    Automan9482

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    Sorry to answer my own question, but FYI I was able to locate the deflector clips online at McGeorge Toyota. X2 for $18 shipped.
     
  3. Apr 6, 2023 at 4:25 PM
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    dankthetank

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    Do you mind sharing the part number for these? I'm afraid it's only a matter of time before my sunroof needs some attention.
     
  4. Apr 6, 2023 at 5:28 PM
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    Automan9482

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    Surely, here ya go. Like I said these were from McGeorge Toyota.
    I found them at Olathe Toyota as well, for around $3 more each.
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