54 34 100 Adjusting convertible top

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Special tools required:

54 3 000 . See SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF AND CONVERTIBLE TOP - SPECIAL TOOLS .

NOTE: Observe body gap dimensions for ideal adjustment of convertible top in relation to body.
Convertible top fins must be vertical during the adjustment operation.
Convertible top is not screwed down during the adjustment operation.

Fig 1: BMW Body Gap Dimensions (1 Of 3)

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Fig 2: BMW Body Gap Dimensions (2 Of 3)

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Fig 3: BMW Body Gap Dimensions (3 Of 3)

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Height adjustment:

Turn adjusting sleeves (1) for height adjustment with special tool 54 3 000 . See SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF AND CONVERTIBLE TOP - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Adjusting sleeves and retaining pins for height adjustment
Special tool

Turn counterclockwise = lower convertible top
Turn clockwise = raise convertible top

Longitudinal and lateral adjustment:

The elongated holes on the main bearing allow the convertible top to be adjusted in the longitudinal and lateral directions.

Fig 4: Turning Adjusting Sleeves

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NOTE: After settling procedure, make sure there is a uniform gap between convertible top (1) and convertible top compartment lid trim (2).

Gap 3 ± 2 mm

dimension

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Fig 5: Identifying Convertible Top Compartment Lid Trim

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Fixing convertible top adjustment made:

Lock inner bolt and tighten down adjustment nut (1).

IMPORTANT: Before carrying out function checks, screw down convertible top.

Fig 6: Locating Adjustment Nut

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