BMW X5 - Panoramic sunroof closing problems

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Tue 13 Jul 2010 13:45
BMW X5 - Panoramic sunroof closing problems - robinfri

The panoramic sunroof refused to close electronically - I tried to close manually (following the instructions in hand book) but failed - the rear section twisted during the manual process.

I took the car to a BMW specialist and they managed to close the roof. They advised that the solution was to replace the sunroof frame at a cost of GBP 1,750.00.

Is there any other solution other than not using the sunroof?

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Tue 13 Jul 2010 18:21
BMW X5 - Panoramic sunroof closing problems - Collos25

Expensive cars expensive repairs,if you remove the sunroof yourself and probably the headlining to find the exact fault you will not be able to use the car and then you will have to buy the parts and then refit the roof,not a job I would recommend unless you are very confidend.The problem is the roof is now closed and to look at it it needs to be open and it may never close again.

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Tue 13 Jul 2010 20:52
BMW X5 - Panoramic sunroof closing problems - elekie&a/c doctor

Faults with the sunroof mechanism on these seem to be emerging as a common failure area.I have seen 3 in the last 6 months,and very few X5s are fitted with them.There are no individual parts available to repair these ,so a complete frame/mechanism is reqd.Best option is to disconnect it and forget about it.hth

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