Anyone know which other BMW Panoramic sunroofs are compatible?
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Wouldn't have been me as I still have my e61. I've just been keeping an eye out on used parts as I'm not about to pay for new ones. But since it's getting warmer, not having the shade screen really is making my car very warm. I may have to ghetto rig some cardboard pieces up there for now just to keep the sun/heat out.
Wouldn't have been me as I still have my e61. I've just been keeping an eye out on used parts as I'm not about to pay for new ones. But since it's getting warmer, not having the shade screen really is making my car very warm. I may have to ghetto rig some cardboard pieces up there for now just to keep the sun/heat out.
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because I am missing 1 of the 2 sunshades, I had the whole sunroof tinted with extremely dark tint and this has made a tremendous difference in the amount of heat in the car.
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How does a sunshade get lost in the first place? I can't see a way to remove it without breaking it in to pieces first.
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scroll up to post #5 in this thread.
the second shade is there, but it has become disconnected from the front piece. therefore, it stays retracted in the headliner and does not get pulled forward by the front piece. it's on my list of things to fix, but i havent been able to find any good information or assembly diagrams anywhere and i'm hesitant to remove the headliner until i know exactly what parts i will need.
the second shade is there, but it has become disconnected from the front piece. therefore, it stays retracted in the headliner and does not get pulled forward by the front piece. it's on my list of things to fix, but i havent been able to find any good information or assembly diagrams anywhere and i'm hesitant to remove the headliner until i know exactly what parts i will need.
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However not having the shades still suck at letting some roof noise in. Not sure if you have any road noise issues with yours either. I certainly wouldn't mind additional noise control in that area.
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I've also read some posts (see the link below) that mention that the sunroof seal itself can become permanently deformed over time, which results in a poor seal and increased noise. the new seal is pretty cheap, but looks like a bit of a pain to replace. i'm waiting until summer because i think it will be easier to remove the old adhesive on a hot day.
https://5series.net/forums/e61-touri...-fixed-115159/
last march, the previous owner had the front glass panel replaced by the dealer ($650 for the part and $900 in labor) and mentioned that the shade didnt work properly after that. not sure why he didnt take it back to the dealer to have it fixed, but i may go back and make my case and see if they will fix it (doubtful).
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Yes! the wind noise is very noticeable without the shades. i have a front shade so if i roll that all the way forward it helps a little bit.
I've also read some posts (see the link below) that mention that the sunroof seal itself can become permanently deformed over time, which results in a poor seal and increased noise. the new seal is pretty cheap, but looks like a bit of a pain to replace. i'm waiting until summer because i think it will be easier to remove the old adhesive on a hot day.
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I've also read some posts (see the link below) that mention that the sunroof seal itself can become permanently deformed over time, which results in a poor seal and increased noise. the new seal is pretty cheap, but looks like a bit of a pain to replace. i'm waiting until summer because i think it will be easier to remove the old adhesive on a hot day.
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Yes I read about the seal and also have the same thoughts as you in waiting til it gets warm so the rubber will be more pliable.
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BTW, can anyone provide a pic of the front of the opening when the sunroof is opened?
On various previous cars, I had a wind deflector that popped up. I don't have this on the current car and wondering if I should have one as I get a lot of buffeting towards the rear.
On various previous cars, I had a wind deflector that popped up. I don't have this on the current car and wondering if I should have one as I get a lot of buffeting towards the rear.
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