1998 BMW Z3 CONVERTIBLE Convertible Tops Manual

Convertible Tops - 33
Z3 CONVERTIBLE TOP ADJUSTMENTS
The following adjustments are pos-
sible on Z3 convertible tops. The
Repair Manual section of TIS pro-
vides system component R&R and
adjustment procedures.
 Adjustment Shims for Base
mount to body. Procedures for
R&R top.
Additionally, the Repair Manual has
procedures for:
 Replacing Rear Window
 Replacing Convertible Cover
 Replacing gas spring strut
Not included in the repair manual is the
adjustment procedure for the windshield
latch hooks.
The hook(s) can be adjusted to correct
for inadequate sealing at the windshield
seal or if the hooks are excessively hard
to close.
Loosen the small recessed allen set
screw. Screw the threaded hook in or out
as needed to adjust. Pull the allen screw
completely out and apply a light coating
of loctite on the threads. Tighten set
screw.

Convertible Tops - 34
The following information on the Z3
convertible top is also available in
the Repair Manual:
•Notes on electrohydraulic con-
vertible top.
•R&R hydraulic control unit
•R&R Hydraulic Cylinder

Convertible Tops - 35
Z3 CONVERTIBLE SPECIFIC SI BULLETINS
Refer to the following list of Service Information bulletins when servicing a Z3 convertible.
Always check the most up-to-date SI’s and recent DCS messages for current service
information.
•Z3 STOWAGE BOOT REPAIR KIT. P/N 54 31 8 401 804. SIB 54 05 96.
•Z3 TOP WATER LEAKS. SIB 54 02 96.
•CONVERTIBLE TOP CLEANING KIT. P/N 83 12 9 407 806. SIB 54 07 95.

Convertible Tops - 36
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
• Always personally verify the customer complaint.
•Always verify that the complaint is truly a system malfunction.
• Perform a Quick Test to determine if the vehicle systems have logged fault codes.
•Call up the faulted system or appropriate test schedule to verify the correct control
module is installed in the car.
•Follow the Diagnostic Information System (DIS) on screen instructions and perform all
tests as specified.
•Use the DIS and fault symptom diagnostic procedures as trained.
•Follow the appropriate test module procedures for systems that malfunction but fail to
set faults in memory.
•System problems which elude diagnostic procedures must be brought to the attention
of BMW of North America, Inc.
•BMW Technical Assistance Hotline 1-800-472-7222
• BMW Service Training Feedback Message Center 1-201-573-2186