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How to Remove the Soundproofing Panel of a BMW 3 Series Roof

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Checks and maintenance

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How do you remove the soundproofing panel of a BMW 3 Series roof? Let's see in this video how to proceed. Start by removing the side handles of the headliner with a screwdriver, then remove the sun visors and the overhead lights located in the panel.

If the vehicle has a sunroof, you must open it before removing the panel. Once everything is removed, detach the headliner panel around the perimeter of the roof.

As soon as the panel is free from clips, you can pull it out of the vehicle. Be careful when pulling it out of the car as it may break.


Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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The toll tag holder is usually attached to the car windscreen to ensure that the toll tag functions immediately when passing through barriers. However, if you decide to remove the holder, you should follow this procedure: - Insert the toll tag into the holder; - Pull the holder inwards to detach it from the windscreen; you can use a glass scraper or a stiff plastic card to assist you; After removing the holder, it is essential to remove the adhesive from the windscreen. To remove the adhesive, we recommend using a solvent-based spray that will remove the glue without clouding the area.

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