BMW 3-series convertible User Manual

Initial Print Date: 04/07
Table of Contents
Subject Page
E93 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
E93 Body Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Body Reinforcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
E93 Electronic Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Vehicle Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Central Locking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Glove Compartment Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Opening Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Closing Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Locking Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Emergency Release of Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Locking Function of Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Emergency Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Power Seats with Easy Entry Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Changes to Control Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Junction Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Footwell Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Car Access System (CAS3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
E93 Complete Vehicle Workbook
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BMW 3-series convertible Specifications

General

Brand	BMW
Model	3-series convertible
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

E93 Introduction

E93 Body Construction

Body Reinforcements

Details additional structural reinforcements added to enhance body rigidity.

E93 Electronic Systems

General Vehicle Electrical

Overview of exterior lighting, interior lighting, and central locking systems.

Central Locking System

Explains glove compartment locking, opening, closing, and center console functions.

Anti-theft Alarm System

Covers basic functions, interior monitoring, and use of microwave sensors.

Power Seats with Easy Entry

Details electrically adjustable seats and the easy-entry function for rear compartment access.

Control Module Updates

Outlines modifications to control units for convertible-specific features.

Key Vehicle Electronic Modules

Describes Junction Box, Footwell Module, Car Access System (CAS3), and Power Windows.

Information and Communication Technology

iDrive and Setup Menu Changes

Details changes to the iDrive interface, fonts, colors, and Setup menu philosophy.

Favorites Button Configuration

Explains the assignment and use of favorite buttons for quick function access.

Interface Box (High) Capabilities

Covers Bluetooth pairing, voice control, and USB/audio interface features.

Antenna Systems Overview

Describes the distribution and integration of various concealed antenna systems.

Antenna Diversity and Diagnosis

Explains FM antenna diversity module operation and antenna diagnosis procedures.

Radio Interference Troubleshooting

Provides guidance on checking for and resolving radio interference issues.

Antenna Types and Locations

Details antennas for digital receivers, telephone, and telematic functions.

IKT Component Arrangement

Shows the physical arrangement and locations of Information and Communication Technology components.

Passive Safety Systems

Advanced Crash and Safety Management

Describes the ACSM2 system for crash detection, evaluation, and restraint activation.

Rollover Protection System

Explains the system's function in maintaining occupant survival space during rollovers.

Rollbar Triggering and Release

Covers automatic triggering of rollbars and the process for mechanical emergency release.

Automatic Climate Control

Convertible Mode Climate Control

Details the automatic climate program for top-down driving, adapting to external conditions.

Retractable Hard Top (RHT)

RHT Features and Operation

Lists advantages of the steel panel design and explains hardtop operation methods.

RHT Operation Preconditions

Outlines the necessary preconditions that must be met before operating the retractable hardtop.

RHT Switch and Convenience Controls

Explains operation via the center console switch and convenience functions.

Soft Close Automatic (SCA) Boot Lid

Describes the standard soft close feature for the boot lid and its locking mechanisms.

RHT Mechanical Components

Details the mechanical aspects of the RHT, including roof and rear modules.

Water Management System

Explains how water is drained from the roof channel and collected in storage trays.

Hardtop Locking Sequence

Details the drive system and locking sequence for securing roof panels.

Electrical Components

Convertible Top Module (CTM)

Describes the central control module for RHT, rear module, and SCA functions.

Microswitch and Hall Sensor Locations

Identifies the locations of various microswitches and Hall sensors for RHT operation.

Hydraulic Components

Hydraulic System and Cylinders

Explains the hydraulic system, pump, valves, and the function of various cylinders.