3 Series E46 320Cd (M47TU) CONVER
VS-23/Rothenstein
Baugruppe/Group: 54
54 05 03 (057)
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Datum/Date:
02/2004
Grating noises from convertible top
E46 / Convertible
Complaint:
Grating noises while driving from the area of the rear hood (rear window/soft-top
compartment).
Cause:
The edge of the convertible top fabric on the bow strut presses on the trim strip of the soft-
top top compartment lid. This produces grating noises.
Affected
vehicles:
E46 Convertible
Manufacturing period: from the start of series production
Remedy:
The edge of the convertible top fabric must be coated.
Procedure:
Open the hood so far that the rear clamping bracket is vertical.
Important:
Do not apply the coating to the rubber seal (2).
Apply the coating to the lower edge of the convertible top fabric (1).
SI Grating noises from convertible top E46 Convertible
BMW AG - TIS
12.02.2013 01:44
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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