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Hard Top - Hall Sensor/Microswitch Status Diagnostics

SI B54 09 07
Special Roofs

June 2007
Technical Service

SUBJECT
RHT Status Request Supplement

MODEL
E93 (3 Series Convertible)

INFORMATION

^ A document has been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and microswitches used to operate the retractable hardtop (RHT).

^ This document is intended to act as a supplement to the diagnostic information available in the DISPlus and GT1.

^ Comparing these statuses to the actual statuses of a vehicle with a functional problem may assist in narrowing down which sensor/switch is contributing to the functional problem.

^ The Status Request may be found by connecting the car to the DISPlus or GT1 and selecting: Control Module Functions/CTM Convertible-top module/Diagnosis Requests - Sensors/switches/ then select the appropriate sensor or switch





RHT Fully Closed





Latches Released





Service Position





Roof Shells Stacked





Stacked Position, Trunk Lid Open





RHT Stowed, Trunk Lid Open





RHT Fully Open





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