A simple video that shows how to open and secure the electronic roof on a bmw z3.
Z3 roof not working.
Turn the key forward to the spot just before cranking emergency break on windows down slightly or all the way no difference foot on break roof unlatched and pushed back slightly.
If the switch is properly set then other things are causing the problem.
The switch should be set to automatic not manual.
Bmw z3 electric roof not working elekie a c doctor the hydraulic release tap valve is on the pump in the boot turn it approx 1 4 turn anti clock to release pressue.
There are other possibilities if it is not this roof switch on the dash brake light switch if you brake lights work then this is fine problems with the pump and dead relays.
Search the net and locate the bmw tis unofficial websites and you will find specific factory instruction.
The switch can now be put back into the housing with the wires connected and can now be tested to make sure it works the roof should go up and down with the lever in its normal position and should not go up and down if the lever is depressed so that the switch clicks and closes the circuit as if the roof was closed.
Over time the rubber seals shrunk the tolerance changed and needed adjustment thats all.
Once you push the roof up slightly it should trigger a microswitch that allows the motor to turn on.
This will apply to the z3 and 3 series convertible soft tops and can apply.
There are 2 screws in the roof frame for this purpose.
The other things blocking the top to move up and down is its hinges if the hinges are bent or cracked or got loose then this can be the other reason.
You need to realign the roof to make the fit a little tighter.
This videos shows some ways to diagnose the issues with the soft top not working.
A simple video that shows how to open and secure the electronic roof on a bmw z3.