67 61 510 Removing and installing or replacing drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 16 other vehicles, including the 2006 BMW 325Ci, 2005 BMW 325xi, 2005 BMW 325i, 2005 BMW 325Ci, and 2004 BMW 325xi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove ceiling light. See 63 31 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COMPLETE CEILING LIGHT

Remove panel and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Removing Panel And Disconnecting Plug Connection

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Secure drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof (2) against falling out.

Release screws (1), tightening torque 2.8 N.m

Fig 2: Removing Drive With Gear For Actuating Slide/Tilt Sunroof

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Screws (1) are microencapsulated.

Lower drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof (2).

Unlock plug connection (3), disconnect and remove drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof (2).

Installation:

Insert gear wheel (1) of drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof (2) in gear teeth.

Fig 3: Inserting Gear Wheel Of Drive With Gear For Actuating Slide/Tilt Sunroof In Gear Teeth

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.