ZS EV pan roof issue

[Jamie89]

Hi there.

I’ve had my new zs EV for about 3 weeks now (2024 plate) and the pan roof has starting making a squeaky noise when opening.

I’ve checked the rails it runs along and they looks dirty and likely i need of lubricating.

Is there a specific type of lubricant I should be using to resolve this?

Thanks

 

[fred12345]

Is there a specific type of lubricant I should be using to resolve this?

I'm sure there is because some could damage rubber seals. read somewhere that WD40 is good for it but don't take my word for it ... BUT - that could damage paint ...
maybe a bit of Vaseline? call your local MG, see what they use ..

 

[Jamie89]

I'm sure there is because some could damage rubber seals. read somewhere that WD40 is good for it but don't take my word for it ... BUT - that could damage paint ...
maybe a bit of Vaseline? call your local MG, see what they use ..

That’s great thankyou

 

[Lovemyev]

I'm sure there is because some could damage rubber seals. read somewhere that WD40 is good for it but don't take my word for it ... BUT - that could damage paint ...
maybe a bit of Vaseline? call your local MG, see what they use ..

The roof rails should be lubricated at the factory ?.
Lubricating the rails is covered on the MG service schedule sheet ( see below ).
Operation / clean and lub rails are called for on the first service.
It is line item number 10 on the sheet.
You could try opening the roof fully, then using a dry clean paint brush, brush the debris to the front section, then hoover up the bits.
I would probably go for using a white lithium based spray lub and direct the spray on the running gear and rollers ONLY myself.
This what the dealer will use to lubricate all of the hinge points and the door locks etc.
I use the WD40 spray myself ( don’t use the standard WD40 spray as it is not suitable ).
If the roof has not been used for a couple of months ( over the winter time ) don’t be surprised that when you operate it for the first time in the spring, it is not unusual for the roof to stick at the rear of the front section, then open with a loud thud !.
This is because the rear section of glass, has a weather proof seal on the back edge.
Over time this rubber will completely dry out and it binds at the rear.
I have seen this a couple of times on our 2 year old Trophy.
I have found if you tilt the front section, then ensure the rubber seal is clean, then apply a thin smear of a silicone based grease, along the back edge of the seal.
Now close the roof and then tilt it open and closed a few more times.
When you open it again in a few weeks time it will open without sticking ?.
Works for me at least ?.

 

[Jamie89]

The roof rails should be lubricated at the factory ?.
Lubricating the rails is covered on the MG service schedule sheet ( see below ).
Operation / clean and lub rails are called for on the first service.
It is line item number 10 on the sheet.
You could try opening the roof fully, then using a dry clean paint brush, brush the debris to the front section, then hoover up the bits.
I would probably go for using a white lithium based spray lub and direct the spray on the running gear and rollers ONLY myself.
This what the dealer will use to lubricate all of the hinge points and the door locks etc.
I use the WD40 spray myself ( don’t use the standard WD40 spray as it is not suitable ).
If the roof has not been used for a couple of months ( over the winter time ) don’t be surprised that when you operate it for the first time in the spring, it is not unusual for the roof to stick at the rear of the front section, then open with a loud thud !.
This is because the rear section of glass, has a weather proof seal on the back edge.
Over time this rubber will completely dry out and it binds at the rear.
I have seen this a couple of times on our 2 year old Trophy.
I have found if you tilt the front section, then ensure the rubber seal is clean, then apply a thin smear of a silicone based grease, along the back edge of the seal.
Now close the roof and then tilt it open and closed a few more times.
When you open it again in a few weeks time it will open without sticking ?.
Works for me at least ?.

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That’s great thank you.

I’ve only had the car 3 weeks so wondering if it’s been sat for a little while and just wasn’t looked at as part of the initial service before I brought it.

It’s brand new though so am surprised it wasn’t checked

 

[DiscoSi]

Our roof started squeaking a few weeks after delivery and got progressively worse. I notified the dealer and they looked at it during the first service.

They tried lubricating and checking the runners etc but couldn't get rid of the squeak/squeach. They agreed it wasn't right and booked it in for a couple of days to disassemble it and investigate further.

In our case they explained that the pan roof module isn't adjustable but was slightly misaligned causing the noise. A simple washer rectified the problem. Although it was several hours of labour, luckily carried out under warranty - although they did say the 'panel fit' part of the warranty is 6 months so if it doesn't appear to be a lubrication issue or something easily rectified, its worth reporting early.

 

[Jamie89]

Our roof started squeaking a few weeks after delivery and got progressively worse. I notified the dealer and they looked at it during the first service.

They tried lubricating and checking the runners etc but couldn't get rid of the squeak/squeach. They agreed it wasn't right and booked it in for a couple of days to disassemble it and investigate further.

In our case they explained that the pan roof module isn't adjustable but was slightly misaligned causing the noise. A simple washer rectified the problem. Although it was several hours of labour, luckily carried out under warranty - although they did say the 'panel fit' part of the warranty is 6 months so if it doesn't appear to be a lubrication issue or something easily rectified, its worth reporting early.

This is really helpful. Thank you for letting me know. I’ll try lubrication and if it doesn’t work, get a service sorted!

 

[Tim Green]

take it back to the dealer!

 

[Jamie89]

take it back to the dealer!

I would usually but the dealer is about 2 hours away and with two kids not the easiest the plan around 2 full time jobs !

 

[fred12345]

I would usually but the dealer is about 2 hours away and with two kids not the easiest the plan around 2 full time jobs !

Any MG authorised garage will do it, is that the closest to you, 2 hours away ???

 

[Jamie89]

Any MG authorised garage will do it, is that the closest to you, 2 hours away ???

Sorry I read it as back to the original dealer. They are a group so I’ll look at where the local is

 

[AlJohn]

This maybe off topic but I have just bought a ZS EV Connect (show room used) because I was told that MG no longer did it with sunroof.
So are they available with this option
Alan

 

[Lovemyev]

Personally, I hate using any dealership to TBH and will avoid them like the plague ?.
They are my absolute last resort.
Very rarely have I had a good experience with many of them over the last forty plus years.
Having worked in a large dealership myself, ( way back in the day ) I do have some insider experience of how they operate.
Nothing has really convinced me that much has changed in this regard.
If 30 minutes of my time is used to clean and lubricate the roof rails of my roof rails myself, it’s time well spent in my opinion.
The other option is to wait a couple of weeks for an appointment, leave the car with them ALL day, then get into a long debate of who is going to pick up the bill !.
Errrhhhh …… That will be a NO then !.
It does help that I am a time served tech of course.

 

[Lovemyev]

This maybe off topic but I have just bought a ZS EV Connect (show room used) because I was told that MG no longer did it with sunroof.
So are they available with this option
Alan

Simple answer - No.
MG dropped installing the sky roof in the higher spec model of the ZS EV last year on factory orders.
If you find one with a roof, you will be lucky !.

 

[Jamie89]

Simple answer - No.
MG dropped installing the sky roof in the higher spec model of the ZS EV last year on factory orders.
If you find one with a roof, you will be lucky !.

This is what we were told and believe we were indeed very lucky to have got one. It was shipped from Belfast I believe so certainly few and far between with availability.

 

[fred12345]

Sorry I read it as back to the original dealer. They are a group so I’ll look at where the local is

It doesn't even have to be the same group - any MG authorised dealer/group can do warranty work and servicing

 

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[Jamie89]

It doesn't even have to be the same group - any MG authorised dealer/group can do warranty work and servicing

Thank you. Yea just learnt as much talking to a local MG dealership ?

 

[AlJohn]

This is what we were told and believe we were indeed very lucky to have got one. It was shipped from Belfast I believe so certainly few and far between with availability.

Thanks for reply, Dorothy wanted sunroof and I was thinking of the pennies so ex-showroom ('73 plate with less than 2000mls) seemed the best option.
Very happy with it but infotainment is crap (sorry about language)......

 

[Steve Kaye]

Hi there.

I’ve had my new zs EV for about 3 weeks now (2024 plate) and the pan roof has starting making a squeaky noise when opening.

I’ve checked the rails it runs along and they looks dirty and likely i need of lubricating.

Is there a specific type of lubricant I should be using to resolve this?

Thanks

I'd use a silicone spray