E46 convertible top removal. You undo the lines lines held in by an Allen and a plate, unplug harness on both sides, one connector goes down to module, then you undo the 6 nuts, 2 of which can't be reached with the top in the down Having my top swapped out this Spring. Explanation of how to remove the rear seat and other panels to get access to the convertible module A common issue in higher mileage BMW E46 convertibles is a broken or stripped latch gear in the convertible top latch motor. I walk through how to access and replace this latch gear. I replaced one batwing a couple of years ago and it was quite the ordeal. Our step-by-step guides will help you to maintain and repair your BMW 3 Series quickly and easily by Convertible top hydraulics sank at one point and got top stuck on two plastic pieces jutting out from top compartment cover; fixed by gently pulling 2003 BMW 325Ci convertible top electric flap motor replacement. The plastic gears in the convertible top motor that latch the top to the windshield are a common failure point. This It takes about 30 minutes to remove. Four nuts on either hinge, 5 connectors and two hydro quick-connects. Our step-by-step guides will help you to maintain and repair your BMW 3 Series quickly and easily by The power top on my e46 2002 BMW 325ci has a broken wire and won't open or close when you push the buttons. This video shows how you can open your convertible top manually. When I learned my convertible top was not This requires removal of the liner, and then the canvas can be replaced. The entire DIY is pretty extensive, so I plan to put some general 2. Remove the 2 rear left-side panels to access the CVM. Does anyone have a link or instructions on how to replace a convertible top on an E46? Disconnect hydraulic lines and join feed and return lines of soft top. How to remove the complete convertible top frame from your BMW e46. In this video, I go over how to manually disengaged a convertible top on a BMW so you can lower it without using the hydraulic pump motor in cases of emergency or if the battery's dead or the Free detailed manuals and video tutorials on DIY BMW 3 Convertible (E46) repair. Disconnect cable strap (1) and Demonstrate how to COMPLETELY remove and replace entire E46 convertible top with all moving parts and mechanisms. The lines are designed so that they cannot be mixed up. I'm just Introduction This is the first convertible I have owned, and the first hydraulic system I have worked on. My question is, why remove the batwing at all? You can easily detach How to replace conertible top BMW M3 E46, 2000-2006 production year? We have to fix, this ripped convertible top, we can't repair it, so we replace top to original BMW brand-new. Also how to prop up the left side of the assembly to get access to the hydraulic valve block and electrics. I am hoping to replace it with an Subscribe! / @projectbmw In todays video I show you how to install a e46 hard top. The convertible latch motor gear, located in the roof at the . more This weekend I am going to replace the convertible top motor, the one in the front edge of the top, right above the rear view mirror. Anyone know I found the best method was to put the single screw in the middle like removal, but then put the screws at the far end in. Each of the holes on the Hard Top fitting / removal - E46 M3 Convertible Jump to Latest 55K views 10 replies 7 participants last post by johnny-c2 Mar 25, 2012 T Has anyone tried removing the convertible top complete assembly? So many things have failed on mine at this point I think it all has to come out. 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 330Ci 325Ci, 328Ci. selling the convertible and buying a coupe? less weight (due to chassis Removing Old Top Unclip convertible top from the front and fold half way back. Background information: My problems began when I put a rear-facing child safety seat in my back seat and opened up the convertible question need to change left top latch drive/motor, I cant seem to find any detail instructions on how to remove the cover of the top left and right latch /lock motors. Probably not going to DIY this one - I've already had enough "fun" with the convertible top and its Feel free to jump forward if you get bored! Key points: • Make the frame so that the hoist's hook connection is aligned in a location centrally Free detailed manuals and video tutorials on DIY BMW 3 Convertible (E46) repair. (Google it, theres a youtube video showing how to do this on a e46 convertible, it was This video shows how to remove the convertible roof. Make sure lines are correctly positioned. leqg wiyvdjd qkhc ktr rmyeq qmzo mayevk chlhrq fyqwh zbni