Bmw E46 Hydraulic Roof Pump Location

After putting it back together and topping up with hydraulic jack oil through the little plug in the top of the pump.

Bmw e46 hydraulic roof pump location.

Top stopped moving it unlocks and i want to check if it s getting power first off. The convertible top hydraulic pump and fluid reservoir are located in the driver side of the trunk area behind the side trim panel. Pay attention to how the pump sounds. While the pump is running the hydraulic system has air trapped in the lines.

To access the assembly remove the side trim panel. This answer applies to e46 3 series convertibles 00 06 with power tops to include. Jump to latest. 2000 2006 bmw e46 chassis 318ci 320ci 323ci 325ci 330ci m3 rebuild upgrade service for all hydraulic cylinders and the hydro unit aka convertible top hydraulic pump in your e46 3xxci series bmw.

On the cylinders top hydraulics replaces the decaying seals with a far superior material making your cylinder better than new. Z4 hydraulic pump for top location. The following video shows a convertible top motor running. 2000 2006 bmw e46 chassis 318ci 320ci 323ci 325ci 330ci m3 rebuild upgrade service for all hydraulic cylinders and the hydro unit aka convertible top hydraulic pump in your e46 3xxci series bmw.

Discussion starter 1 feb 10 2008. Also this system has a major hydraulic fluid leak and for that reason the level drops below the min mark. Anyone know where the hydraulic pump that raises and lowers the top is located. A forum community dedicated to.

Https amzn to 2qwvdrl this video might be hel. Check level with roof down i was able to get the roof up and down fully with no noises. Over 2 grand to fix from bmw i did it for free. Check convertible pump operation.

Joined may 5 2007 19 posts. The problem with the z4 roof motor is it s location. Bmw e46 convertible top fuse location replacement 325i 328i 330i 320i 316i 318i 330d 320d replacement fuses. 323ci 323cic 325ci 325cic 330ci 330cic and m3.