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Guide to Removing the Convertible Top and Re-Synchronizing the Motor

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

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The first step shown in the video is removing the central bearing of the rear seatback. Then, simply grasp it from the bottom, lift it up, and remove the entire seat.

Pull the red lever as shown in the guide, and at this point, you can lift the body panel that covers the convertible top. Close it completely by hand, lift the rear part, and lower the previously raised plastic section. Lower the rear part of the convertible top and return to the cabin.

Finish closing the convertible top and then open it completely. Close the cover that hides its housing, reopen it, and operate the latch with the convertible top switch as shown in the guide.

Open the trunk, remove the side upholstery cover, and the video shows where the motor is located and the exact procedure to follow to re-synchronize it.


Updated on 1 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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