remote roof top module
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You will probably need to open the compartment behind the glove compartment, slide out a multiplug and then fiddle around connecting 6 wires to the standard wiring.
I have a similar module, but haven't gotten around installing it yet. Now looking into having it installed by one of my installers.
I have a similar module, but haven't gotten around installing it yet. Now looking into having it installed by one of my installers.
Russ - My top opens and closes from the main key by holding the respective open close button for a few seconds and then holding it as the roof opens/closes. I have fitted the Reinhold roof module which allows one push operation from the vehicle instead of holding the button down to open/close. The fitting is 'fiddly' but the instructions that came with it were very clear about what to connect and where - took about 45 minutes to do. This involved removing the ash tray ( http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BT12&mospid=47795&btnr=51_4931&hg=51&fg=35 - part 15) and switch unit and splicing about 6 wires into the loom. There is a single screw in the base of the ashtray unit which once removed allows you to pull the ashtray unit out. Make sure you cover the surrounding trim with some form of protection as it's easy to scratch as you remove the ashtray - which is a 'snug fit' and needs some gentle pulling to remove.The ebay advertised module looks to be a Reinhold module and the link below for Reinhold takes you to the site advertised on e bay so would imagine the fitting is the same. Hope this helps.
http://www.reinhold-engineering.de
http://www.reinhold-engineering.de
It's a very good module. I have purchased 5 or so and fitted 3.
Some people report their Indy can programme the car regardless of age to do the same as the module so worth doing a few forum searches and seeing if anyone is in your area.
The Reinhold module itself as said is an easy fit. 4 wires under the ashtray and 2 under the glovebox. They have to be soldered though and the under glovebox are fiddly. Thos module and the one touch sister module make the car how it really shoudl have been built
Some people report their Indy can programme the car regardless of age to do the same as the module so worth doing a few forum searches and seeing if anyone is in your area.
The Reinhold module itself as said is an easy fit. 4 wires under the ashtray and 2 under the glovebox. They have to be soldered though and the under glovebox are fiddly. Thos module and the one touch sister module make the car how it really shoudl have been built
I've heard if you send them an email ([email protected]) there are big discounts to be had especially if you are buying both modules.
Shipkiller
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wooter said:
The Softtop Module is located on the left side of the car, behind the seat. If you remove the rear vent from the trim behind the seat, you will see a white box. That's it....
srhutch said:
Sure - let me clarify. Programming of the key, if it can be made to work,would only open and close the roof by key. The one touch is a seperate Reinhold module that operatesd the roof by touching the open or close button for about 1 second.
jan - yes - if you contact Andreas Reinhold direct he will do deals. I have a few times now.
Shipkiller - no need to access the roof module to fit the Reinhold unit. It's spliced in below the ashtray and in to a connector plug on the left side (above and behind the glovebox on a RHD car)
Actually if you try hard enough you can stop it mid cycle.... Turning the engine off then opening the door to get out, would stop it mid cycle. Don't know why you'd want to do it, but the question was asked. Under normal circumstances it can open or close fully, with or without the engine running. I oft do this from my office window if rain threatens.
I've never see the Reinhold module advertised for the Z4 having the ability to open/close while moving. I think other modules do this. Of course the roof was never designed for that. Once you start the cycle as stated above you can drive off, but of course with care.
I've never see the Reinhold module advertised for the Z4 having the ability to open/close while moving. I think other modules do this. Of course the roof was never designed for that. Once you start the cycle as stated above you can drive off, but of course with care.
Google is quite useful isnt it.. 
http://www.techtronics.de/xtc/product_info.php?info=p7_BMW-Z4-Convertible-25kph---50kph-module.html&XTCsid=xsfwlyxnzs
89 euros:
BMW Z4 convertible roof until up to 25kph
From now on you can open you convertible roof until up to 25kph!
Never get stuck at the traffic lights because your roof isn't opened or closed yet. Just drive and the roof moves on!
Until now only for Porsche, now also for your BMW Convertible!
Together with our 25km/h module you get the perfect team. Open and close your roof until up to 25km/h just with a tip of a button!
The installation takes about 30-40 minutes and is very easy. A detailed installation guide with pictures will be shipped along!
The module works in the following BMW vehicles with full automatic roof: Z4
Check out our other modules which double the convertible fun!
Use of the module might not be allowed on public streetways (Europe).
The installation takes about 30-40 minutes and is very easy. A detailed installation guide with pictures will be shipped along!
I'd like that, plus the one-touch and get my key programmed.
Has anyone had the key programmed for roof-up? I've tried two Indi's and neither could do it, one Autologic, one BMW M1 or whatever it's called.
http://www.techtronics.de/xtc/product_info.php?info=p7_BMW-Z4-Convertible-25kph---50kph-module.html&XTCsid=xsfwlyxnzs
89 euros:
BMW Z4 convertible roof until up to 25kph
From now on you can open you convertible roof until up to 25kph!
Never get stuck at the traffic lights because your roof isn't opened or closed yet. Just drive and the roof moves on!
Until now only for Porsche, now also for your BMW Convertible!
Together with our 25km/h module you get the perfect team. Open and close your roof until up to 25km/h just with a tip of a button!
The installation takes about 30-40 minutes and is very easy. A detailed installation guide with pictures will be shipped along!
The module works in the following BMW vehicles with full automatic roof: Z4
Check out our other modules which double the convertible fun!
Use of the module might not be allowed on public streetways (Europe).
The installation takes about 30-40 minutes and is very easy. A detailed installation guide with pictures will be shipped along!
I'd like that, plus the one-touch and get my key programmed.
Has anyone had the key programmed for roof-up? I've tried two Indi's and neither could do it, one Autologic, one BMW M1 or whatever it's called.
The Techtronics is what I have ready to install... The 25kph module is easily programmed to 50kph.
I had the Reinhold modules in my Audi Convertible. I got them after I did a testdrive in a 1 series convertible and could open the roof after a small rainshower just driving in the city center...
I had the Reinhold modules in my Audi Convertible. I got them after I did a testdrive in a 1 series convertible and could open the roof after a small rainshower just driving in the city center...
Fitted the Techtronics modules...
While approacing my car, I can open the roof. While driving in the city, I can close it when it starts to rain by just hitting the button on the dashboard once Install took 2 hours for 3 modules, and the instruments, middle panel and panel under glove compartment box had to be removed.
The single touch module also allows you to program the "close doors when driving" by the radio control buttons.
While approacing my car, I can open the roof. While driving in the city, I can close it when it starts to rain by just hitting the button on the dashboard once
Install took 2 hours for 3 modules, and the instruments, middle panel and panel under glove compartment box had to be removed.The single touch module also allows you to program the "close doors when driving" by the radio control buttons.