Hi,
I'm having a problem with my 54 mini one convertible.
Basically the roof is jammed and won't open at all (not even into 'sunroof mode') Instead of the usual windows coming down, sunroof mode, etc, it made a few clicking sounds in the boot, then went on to make a rather loud noise as if the motor to pull the clips open and the roof back is turning but the clips aren't unclipping at the front. The sound seems to be coming from the central plastic section of the roof. I had read a lot of forums where people have reported the roof opening on just the passengers side, although mine is the complete roof that is jammed. Any ideas on what the fault could be / whether it's an easy fix?!
Ive sorted the problem now ,it was the nylon wheel in the motor in the middle of the roof(the motor that moves the sunroof part)dead easy fix but I couldn't just replace the wheel as BMW don't sell this part I had to buy the whole motor for just under 300 quid.
Hi, did you find that the motor was work but making a loud clicking noise when operated?
If so was it the drive gear or the plastic gear inside the motor housing that was causing the problem? Got the same dame problem by the sound of it and the sun is shine, typical!!!
yes it was the motor and yes it makes a clicking noise.if you can open the sunroof with allan key then I would say it's the motor.about 300 quid from bmw
Thanks for the speedy reply fazzer, I take it it the Allen key in the centre of the drive your talking about? Didn't want to try it just in case it wouldn't shut again. Will give it a try. Cheers again.
I think you have to release the latches first by the windscreen then push up on the allan bolt then you can wind the sunroof back,i I just did a little to confirm the cables were both working,The motor itself was fine just the nylon wheel was all worn down
Having the same problem with mine. How were you able to get the motor cover off without damaging it? Manual says pry off with a screw driver. I have tried but started leaving scratches in the plastic. Is there an easy way to get that cover off? Thanks for any help
Hi
Having problems with my 125i BMW cabriolet roof not opening automatically;but managed to get it open manually. But it is does click to lock ;what can it be.
Where is the motors position for the roof.
Roof opening switch keeps on flashing red.
Any who can help me.
Sorry for the late response.
In the center of the plastic cover there is a square cover;remove it with a screw driver and untied it .
But you can also go on you Google and type in how to remove 125i cabriolet manually. They will be able to show you a video on you tube.
Elton
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