Mini cooper convertible roof wont open any clues to why.
Mini convertible roof only opens halfway.
I am sorry i cannot have a simpler solution but this is the reality of the situation and is a complete and accurate and honest answer to your question.
It stopped half way.
The only way to identify which switch is the problem s to read the fault memory from the roof control module with a mini bmw scan tool.
Top f201 008 implausible signal intermittent.
01093 switch for convertible top box lid.
Getting the following code.
0 answers mini cooper spark plug gap.
It operates electronically in two stages for a modest sunroof or a fully open top car with the z shaped folding roof nested neatly on the rear which is part of the mini charm.
Just i replaced the cables latch front lock with oem new parts then when i finished i tried to open it the sun roof opening fine but when i tried to open t.
Switch seems to work using vcds measuring blocks.
Hold the switch in that position for longer and the roof will retract all the way for the full convertible experience which is rather pleasant on a sunny day in cape town.
Open roof all the way.
Got an 03 cabbie in and it only opens the roof halfway.
Red answered by a verified bmw mechanic.
But if the problem is that the roof will only open to the first stage sun roof and no further the problem is the package shelf in the trunk.
Pull the switch back and the roof will open halfway when the retractable cover acts more like a sunroof.
The roof operates.
Tried to close it.