[jetpilot10]

Gentleman, the right rear window on my 540 rolled down today, but only rolled up 3/4 of the way before stopping. Something crunched inside the door panel and now the damn thing won't roll down or completely roll up. What should I be looking for when I pull the rear door panel?

Dave

 

[chivas]

window regulator.

 

[PropellerHead]

window regulator.

he's right:

 

[AsianImage]

I heard this is very common too...same as the radiator. It is always the rear windows too.

 

[540 M-Sport]

Go here for "how to": http://www.bmwtips.com/

Click on "tips and tricks", then go to "general" and there are two relevant threads, one on door panel removal, another on the window regulator replacement.

 

[jetpilot10]

Many Thanks Guys

Thanks for all the input guys, it is very much appreciated! Its always nice to see that folks will take the time to answer a question.

You guys are right, the regulator is shot to hell. I have rear airbags in the doors to I will take it to my indy and have him replace. I don't think I want to experience how fast one of those gas generators can inflate a door airbag...lol

Dave

 

[PropellerHead]

Thanks for all the input guys, it is very much appreciated! Its always nice to see that folks will take the time to answer a question.

You guys are right, the regulator is shot to hell. I have rear airbags in the doors to I will take it to my indy and have him replace. I don't think I want to experience how fast one of those gas generators can inflate a door airbag...lol

Dave

Easy DIY. Just make sure you disconnect the battery first.