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| 07-13-2020, 08:14 AM | #1 |
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Convertible Top Maintenance
I have a 16 M235 and was wondering if anyone has done any maintenance on their tops such as lubricating all the joints. Although it is low milage, I would think that time alone would degrade the factory lubrication causing it to become harder to open and close. I'd be grateful for info on the process and suggested lubricants.
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| 07-19-2020, 05:25 PM | #2 |
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You might find maintenance instructions in the online repair manual. Good luck! https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/
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| 08-15-2020, 06:55 AM | #3 |
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Thanks, took a look but it doesn't really provide any lubrication info. I guess I'll have to just open it up and put a few drops of good lube in each joint.
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| 08-15-2020, 07:28 AM | #4 | |
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When I was into Mercedes, there was a specific and pricey lubrication paste for the sunroof. My concern is any liquid maybe could dilute the product or design BMW uses for the pivots. Just guessing. |
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| 08-26-2020, 09:17 AM | #5 |
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FWIW my 2004 E46 vert worked flawlessly right up until I sold it this June and I never did anything to the joints. That's 16 years and 180,000 miles.
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