The convertible top on the 6 series is secured to the windshield by two catch hooks which are retracted by an electric motor when the driver presses the top retraction button. The BMW E64 convertible lock motor contains a plastic gear that turns two flexible drive shafts that retract or extend the catch hooks on either side of the windshield. BMW E36 convertible roof not working? in this video I will show you how to completely rewire your convertible roof and bypass the computer and fix the conver hi i own a 1995 bmw 318i convertible can anyone help a couple of weeks ago my alarm went on in the night for no reason ive checked the battery /boot /door sensors to no avail so have since locked it with the key it dawned on my yesterday there may be a sensor in the roof so i released the catch and pressed my retract button and its not retractin it workrd fine about 2 mnt ago cant seem to find hi , My e36 convertible roof needed further help to open by pushing it. It was all a bit slack in movement and a bit slow. Took it to BMW who said it would cost £3000 (english pounds) . I then took it to a random roof specilist who replaced the straps for £300 all in. He did advise me to not ajust it to much as it may put pressure on the motors. We see 1-2 new threads about the convertible top every week or so, so I thought I'd make a thread that we can sticky, with the attachments we always post to aid in every problem. Anyway, here they are! With these files you can usually diagnose and repair most of the common convertible top Here are some common E46 convertible problems with the roof and how to fix them.here is a link to the metal gears I bought on ebay Check the wiring at the boot hinge, It's common for breaking and shorting out, would be a good place to start as you had a blown fuse and the lights came on at the dash with Ignition off. You will need to peel back the covering as far as is visible when boot is open to check the wires out. D. drpperformance Discussion starter. Convertible top lid out of alignment Hi all. I'm going to try and describe this the best I can, bear with me. 97 328ic. Had some roof issues, adjusted everything as per the posts and documents, had the roof working well. Nownew issue I can't seem to find reference to. The painted metal at the back of the storage lid is out of alignment. .

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