window anti-trap error/problem
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Last week, I received the anti-trap message when opening my windows. Since then, the error stays on all the time. The rear left window will only move about 2-3 inches at a time up or down. The other windows are acting odd in general. For example, I just tried to close both front windows completely (one-touch mode), and they both went up half way, then down, exactly in sync. I got the right window to go up on its own, but the driver's window had to be pressed and held to close completely.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
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Originally Posted by schwim' post='474318' date='Sep 25 2007, 08:56 PM
Last week, I received the anti-trap message when opening my windows. Since then, the error stays on all the time. The rear left window will only move about 2-3 inches at a time up or down. The other windows are acting odd in general. For example, I just tried to close both front windows completely (one-touch mode), and they both went up half way, then down, exactly in sync. I got the right window to go up on its own, but the driver's window had to be pressed and held to close completely.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
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If the reset didn't help, it might be a real problem with the motor or the "hall sensor" inside the door. Have the dealer check it out -- especially if you still have a warranty!
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='474327' date='Sep 25 2007, 07:23 PM
If the reset didn't help, it might be a real problem with the motor or the "hall sensor" inside the door. Have the dealer check it out -- especially if you still have a warranty!
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Originally Posted by schwim' post='474359' date='Sep 25 2007, 10:47 PM
Yes, about 6 months left on the warranty. Damn these cars can be quirky.
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Originally Posted by Kuchar' post='474361' date='Sep 25 2007, 08:50 PM
Make yourself a laundry list of issues for the dealer, even little things like trim pieces that are chipped or peeling! I found them to be quite reasonable about replacing a number of trim pieces inside & outside the car in addition to the window traps.
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I have had this problem severel times. Especially after servicing. I solve this problem that way i move windows down and up for 3-4 times and then it is ok. It?s like introducing windows to the car.
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Originally Posted by schwim' post='474318' date='Sep 25 2007, 09:56 PM
Last week, I received the anti-trap message when opening my windows. Since then, the error stays on all the time. The rear left window will only move about 2-3 inches at a time up or down. The other windows are acting odd in general. For example, I just tried to close both front windows completely (one-touch mode), and they both went up half way, then down, exactly in sync. I got the right window to go up on its own, but the driver's window had to be pressed and held to close completely.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
My idrive was recently upgraded, and CCC replaced. Any possibility these are related?
I tried the well documented anti-trap reset. All but the rear left window appeared to take. The rear left simply won't move more than 2-3 inches per press. Is there any way to reset the entire window system to default?
This is annoying.
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Originally Posted by BMW NA Customer Relations' post='478362' date='Oct 5 2007, 11:03 AM
I'm with BMW of North America, LLC. I've passed this message on to a BMW NA Customer Relations Representative who will be in touch with you soon.
Authorized BMW dealers must check everything before returning the serviced car back to the customer, especially on electronic related services.
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