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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 287 (SLIDE/TILT ROOF - REPAIR)SUNROOFS54 10 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING DRIVE CABLE PLATE
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
54 10 ... Removing And Installing / Replacing Drive Cable Plate
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 54 10 ... Removing And Installing / Replacing Drive Cable Plate
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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove mechanism for glass cover at front. Refer to 54 10 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING MECHANISM FOR FRONT GLASS LID .
- Remove drive unit. Refer to 67 61 515 REPLACING DRIVE WITH GEAR (FRONT) FOR ACTUATING SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF (PANORAMA GLASS SUNROOF) .
Overview Of Glass Lid Mechanism:
If necessary, remove drive wedge (1).
If necessary, slide drive cable plate (2) towards rear and remove from guide rail.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.