3 Series E36 318is (M44) CONVER
54 31 000
Adjusting convertible top (mechanical)
Note:
Adjustment for EM convertible top and mechanical
convertible top is identical except for adjustment of two
drive rods on each unit.
Removing complete convertible top,
refer to 54 31 009
Open convertible top compartment cover.
Position rail (1) (e.g. square-section pipe) on side wall (from left
to right).
Because the rail (1) is positioned in the middle of the convertible
top compartment, it is necessary to fit a spacer (2) (e.g. special
tool 00 9 312) in each case on left/right between side wall and rail
(1).
Compress spacer (2) on left/right with rail (1).
Rail (1) with spacer (2) must lie on top edge of side wall on
left/right; if necessary, pull back rubber partly.
Caution!
Do not damage paintwork.
Using special tool 00 2 550 (special depth gauge), measure
distance from side wall (lower edge of spacer 2) to contact face
of convertible top mounting block at both threaded bolts.
Adjust gap (A) (front threaded bolt) and (B) (rear threaded bolt)
with shims (3) (available in 1 mm thickness).
Distance (A) = approx. 203 mm
Distance (B) = approx. 175 mm
Calculation example:
Note:
Using a caliper gauge, measure height of auxiliary tools (1)
and (2) on left/right in compressed state.
Height of auxiliary tools (1) and (2):
RA Adjusting convertible top (mechanical)
BMW AG - TIS
04.02.2013 04:59
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