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NHTSA ID Number: 10161585
Manufacturer Communication Number: M540317
Summary
Service Information May 2019 Special Roofs M54 03 17 Technical Service CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT COMPLETELY STOW This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B54 03 17 dated February 2019.
2 Affected Products
Vehicles
SITUATION
When attempting to stow the convertible top, it does not compress into a fully locked position on the left side. This prevents the soft-top bow cover from moving forward into proper operating position as shown in the attached video: https://tinyurl.com/kvzphze.
Additionally, a warning gong sounds and a Check Control Message “Roof not locked” appears.
CAUSE
One or both can apply:
- An issue with the convertible top assembly gripper hook
- Improper adjustment of the convertible top storage spacer adjustment bolt
CORRECTION
- Inspect the latching mechanism gripper hook, and replace convertible top assembly if necessary.
And/or:
- Reposition the adjustment bolt to allow full storage compression of the convertible top.
PROCEDURE
For conditions that are similar to the situation described:
SEOCONTENT-START
Service Information
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May 2019
Special Roofs
M54 03 17
Technical Service
CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT COMPLETELY STOW
This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B54 03 17 dated February 2019.
New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol.
What’s New:
• Revised repair procedure
• Revised parts information
• Revised warranty information
MODEL
F57 (MINI Convertible)
SITUATION
When attempting to stow the convertible top, it does not compress into a fully locked position on the left side. This prevents the soft-top bow cover from moving forward into proper operating position as shown in the attached video: https://tinyurl.com/kvzphze.
Additionally, a warning gong sounds and a Check Control Message “Roof not locked” appears.
CAUSE
One or both can apply:
• An issue with the convertible top assembly gripper hook
• Improper adjustment of the convertible top storage spacer adjustment bolt
CORRECTION
A. Inspect the latching mechanism gripper hook, and replace convertible top assembly if necessary.
And/or:
B. Reposition the adjustment bolt to allow full storage compression of the convertible top.
PROCEDURE
For conditions that are similar to the situation described:
2
1. Open the folding top half way to
gain access to the stowage lock (gripper
hook). Measure the distance of the hook to the
centering pin.
Is the distance less then 28mm on either side?
YES: Replace the folding top assembly following
repair instructions REP 54 34 105 –
“Replacing complete convertible top” and
retest.
• If the top stows correctly, no additional
repair is necessary.
• If the top does not stow correctly, continue
to step 2.
NO: Continue to step 2.
2. Expose the left convertible top spacer
adjustment bolt (circled) by opening the
loading aid.
3. Loosen the lock nut.
4. Turn the adjustment bolt in 1 – 2 turns.
5. Retighten lock nut.
6. Detach the loading aid from left and right
soft-top bow and lock.
Is the convertible top now compressed
enough to engage lock on the left side?
YES- The repair is complete.
NO – Repeat the procedure, and turn the
adjustment spacer bolt in more.
3
7. Measure the height of the stowed convertible
top as shown to the left.
Measure the distance from the top of the 3rd
brake light to the highest point directly in the
center of the stowed convertible top.
Ensure that the height is greater than 178.5mm
after adjustment. 178.5mm is the minimum
height allowable after adjustment.
PARTS INFORMATION
Note: Not all vehicles will require parts replacement.
Obtain the part numbers for your specific vehicle by entering the chassis number in ETK/AIR which
takes into account specific equipment and/or options.
Part Number Description Quantity
Refer to ETK/AIR Folding top 1 if needed
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.
A. Latching mechanism gripper hook not within specification:
Defect Code: 54 31 00 32 00 Roof arch/frame, convertible top
deformed/warped/kinked
Labor Operation: Labor Allowance: Description:
54 34 105 Refer to AIR Replacing complete convertible top (Main work)
Or:
54 34 605 Refer to AIR Replacing complete convertible top (Plus work)
And:
54 34 000 1 FRU Work time to prior measure the distance of the hook
to the centering pin (Vehicle is in the workshop)
Or, if necessary:
54 34 000 4 FRU Work time to measure the distance of the hook to the
centering pin (Vehicle is in the workshop), then
checking and adjusting storage spacer bolts (both
sides after convertible top replacement)
If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 54 34 605
instead of 54 34 105.
Refer to AIR for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances.
4
Work time labor operation code 54 34 000 is not considered a Main labor operation. Also, since the
work time FRU allowance to be claimed is specified, a separate punch time is not required. However,
it still requires an explanation on the repair order and in the claim comments section.
Or:
B. Checking the distance of the gripper hook to the centering pin only, then checking and
adjusting storage spacer bolts:
Defect Code: 54 34 15 53 00 Stowage lock, convertible top (locking
mechanism in convertible top compartment)
does not close
Labor Operation: Labor Allowance: Description:
54 34 000 5 FRU Work time to confirm the distance of the hook to the
centering pin is within specification, checking and
adjusting storage spacer bolt (both sides) (Main
work)
Or:
54 34 000 4 FRU Work time to confirm the distance of the hook to the
centering pin is within specification, checking and
adjusting storage spacer bolt (both sides) (Plus work
– Vehicle is already in the workshop)
SEOCONTENT-END
M54 03 17
May 2019
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