Discover common BMW convertible top problems, their symptoms, and effective maintenance tips to keep your vehicle in top shape. F83 Retractable / Convertible top won't open/close All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:14 PM.
Convertible Top Won't Close Completely 650 bmw convertible top Jump to Latest 11K views 6 replies 5 participants last post by TPBWorks Dec 6, 2017. 2004 BMW 325CI Convertible soft top not closing properly Jump to Latest 873 views 12 replies 5 participants last post by RRRM8E Dec 19, 2024 A. BMW convertible cars offer manual and automatic options for closing the convertible top.
BMW convertible tops include an array of moving parts and a motor, which can fail as a result of issues such as part failure or disconnected wires. Owners benefit from learning how to manually close the top in order to secure the. In soft top convertible systems, there are usually multiple motors and mechanisms involved in the opening and closing process.
The motor on the left side could indeed be responsible for controlling the movement of the tonneau cover. If this motor is not functioning properly, it could prevent the tonneau cover from opening and closing as it should. Customer: My convertible top on my vehicle gets stuck about halfway when I attempt to raise it.
The motor allows it to go up over the backseat, then it stops. I can press the button, and it will go back down. I have tried to release the power so I can operate it manually, but it still remains about 4 inches from closing.
I contacted the dealership, and they mentioned something about resetting. If the top of your BMW Convertible does not close completely, check the windscreen frame and the convertible top for any foreign objects and remove them. Further information can be found in the BMW Driver's Guide app or in the Owner's Handbook for your BMW.
"Retractable top not locked" -- a simple solution? All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:15 PM. I have a 2001 325ci and the top stuck going down near the end of the process.
I have used the manual process behind the rear seat to try to put the top back up, but the roof stops 6-8 inches from the windshield and will not go any farther, even using the hex key in the front. I cannot even.