Body - Crackling Noise From Sunroof Headliner Area
SI B54 11 10Special Roofs
November 2010
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Noise from Sunroof Headliner
MODEL
E91 (3 Series) produced up to June 2009 with panoramic sunroof (option code 402)
SITUATION
A crackling noise can be heard from the panoramic sunroof headliner area while driving.
CAUSE
The clips securing the headliner to the panoramic sunroof cassette have excessive play, causing the noise.
INFORMATION
The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Follow the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. In Information Search, select the "Function Structure" tab. Select Body, locking and security, slide/tilt sunroof mechanism, panorama sunroof noises, and then press "Start Search".
Select test plan "B5410_E91MECH1 Noise from panorama glass roof".
CORRECTION
Refer to ISTA diagnosis for the required repair procedure.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Refer to the KSD2 to code the repair performed as prescribed by ISTA diagnosis results and the Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual for specific warranty coverage.