electrical

Sunroof Switch

for 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD · AWD

Editorial review:Chris Hackleman — Master Technician · 20+ years · Jeff Moore — Master Lexus & Toyota Mechanic · 20+ years

Difficulty

Easy

Time

30 min

Tools

Steps

✓Expert-verified. Personally reviewed and approved by OLP's master technicians (Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — 20+ years each). Always follow the vehicle's factory service information and torque specs.

Replacement of the overhead sunroof/glass roof control switch on a 2024 Cybertruck. Note: Cybertruck ships with a fixed laminated glass roof — verify the vehicle is equipped with an operable roof/switch before ordering parts.

Warnings

⚠️Cybertruck uses a 48V low-voltage system — NOT 12V. Connectors, fuses, and accessory loads differ from S/3/X/Y. Use only 48V-rated tools and follow Tesla's 48V isolation procedure.

⚠️Never touch, cut, or pierce orange cabling. Cybertruck HV is 800V — lethal on contact.

⚠Stainless exoskeleton and large laminated glass roof — do not pry against glass edges or stainless trim with metal tools. Use plastic trim tools only.

⚠Headliner contains airbag-adjacent trim and possible antenna/microphone wiring. Pull trim gently and disconnect connectors before fully removing.

ℹ️If the Cybertruck in front of you has a fixed (non-opening) glass roof and no sunroof switch is present, STOP — this job does not apply.

Tools required

Plastic interior trim removal tool setEssential

Insulated gloves (low-voltage rated)Essential

Torx driver set

Small flat-blade screwdriver

Torque screwdriver (in-lb / low Nm range)Essential

Parts

Overhead console switch assembly (manufacturer-specified) × 1 — OEM Cybertruck overhead switch panel — confirm via VIN with Tesla Parts

Preparation

Park on level ground, place in P, engage the parking brake.
Exit ALL doors with the key fob/phone key away from the vehicle. Wait at least 2 minutes for HV systems to fully de-energize, even on this non-HV job.
Disconnect the 48V low-voltage battery per Tesla's Cybertruck procedure (located under the rear seat / frunk area depending on build — refer to Tesla Service Manual). Do NOT use 12V procedures from other Teslas.
Do not touch, cut, or pierce ANY orange cable — these are 800V high-voltage and lethal.
If at any point you encounter an orange cable, an HV component, or are unsure if a system is de-energized: STOP and consult a Tesla-certified technician.
Confirm the vehicle is equipped with an operable roof/switch and that a replacement switch assembly matching the VIN has been obtained.
Allow the interior to reach moderate temperature — cold trim is more likely to crack on removal.

Procedure

1
Identify the switch location
Locate the sunroof/roof switch in the overhead console between the front dome lights. Visually inspect for hidden fasteners or trim seams before prying.
2
Release the overhead console / switch bezel
Using a plastic trim tool, gently release the switch bezel or overhead console panel from its retaining clips. Work from the rear edge forward to avoid stressing the front retention tabs. Do not force — if it does not release, check for hidden fasteners under any soft trim caps.
⚠Headliner is supported by clips that can break — pull straight down with even pressure.
3
Disconnect electrical connectors
With the panel lowered, depress the locking tabs on each electrical connector and disconnect them from the switch assembly. Note connector orientation and cable routing for reassembly. Do not pull on the wires.
⚠On 48V architecture, accessory connectors may carry higher current than equivalent 12V connectors — confirm battery is disconnected before unplugging.
4
Remove the switch from the bezel
Release the integrated retention clips holding the switch module to the overhead console bezel and separate the switch. If the switch is secured by small screws, remove them and retain hardware.
5
Install the replacement switch
Seat the new switch into the bezel until all retention clips fully engage. If hardware is used, install per OEM specification. Torque any connector retention screws to spec.
Torque spec
Connector Screws4 Nm (3 lb-ft)
6
Reconnect electrical connectors
Reconnect each connector to the new switch in the original orientation. Confirm each locking tab clicks fully home. Verify wiring is routed clear of any pinch points before reseating the panel.

Reassembly

Align the overhead console / switch bezel to the headliner and press evenly until all retention clips fully seat. Listen for each clip to click.
Verify there are no gaps between the bezel and headliner.
Reconnect the 48V low-voltage battery per Tesla's Cybertruck reconnection procedure. Torque battery terminal hardware to spec.
Allow the vehicle to complete its wake-up self-checks before testing accessories.

Verification

Power the vehicle on and confirm no new alerts appear on the center display related to roof, body control, or accessory power.
Operate the switch through all positions and confirm the expected roof/shade function responds (or, if the switch controls a different function on this build, confirm that function operates).
Confirm any associated indicator LEDs in the switch illuminate with interior lighting.
Verify dome lights, microphone, and any other overhead-console-mounted features still function — these share the same harness area.
Confirm no rattles or loose trim by gently pressing on the bezel from multiple angles.

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