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How to Remove the Ceiling Panel on BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E36 - Years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
Part: Checks and maintenance

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How do you remove the panel from the BMW 3? Let's go through the disassembly of all the necessary parts for removing the roof panel. Remove the fastening screws for the side handles attached to the sides of the roof, then remove the sun visors and the overhead lighting assembly.

Once all the cover plastics and overhead lights are removed, detach the cover panel around the perimeter of the car's roof. Once the panel is free from clips, you can pull it out from the vehicle.

Replace the cover panel with a new one or reinstall the same one after repairing it.


Updated on 10 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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