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SIM 54 03 17
CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT COMPLETELY STOW

2020-02-05

This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI M54 03 17 dated May 2019.
What’s New (Specific text highlighted):

Procedure
Warranty
Correction
Cause

MODEL

E-Series
F57

Model Description
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
video 54 01 17.
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
Damaged folding top felt pad

CORRECTION
Inspect the latching mechanism gripper hook and replace convertible top assembly if necessary.
And/or:
Inspect the folding top felt pad.
And/or:
Reposition the adjustment bolt to allow full storage compression of the convertible top.

PROCEDURE
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 than 28 mm on either side?

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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. Open the folding top half way to inspect the
felt strip in the area shown to the left.

3. Open the folding top half way to inspect the
felt as shown to the left. The felt can be found
approx. 1 foot towards the rear of the gripper
hook measured in Step 1.
If the felt is damaged, removed the felt and
retest operation of the folding top.
If the felt is not damaged, continue to Step
5.
Does the top work correctly with the damaged felt
removed?
Yes: Continue to Step 4
No: Continue to Step 4 and perform no further
corrections after completing Step 4.
4. Reinstall felt only around the linkage as shown
to the left.
If the top stows correctly, no additional
repair is necessary.
If the top does not stow correctly, continue
to Step 5.
5. Expose the left convertible top spacer
adjustment bolt shown to the left by opening the
loading aid.

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Loosen the lock nut.
Turn the adjustment bolt in 1 - 2 turns.
Retighten lock nut.
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 – Continue to Step 6.
6. Continue to adjust the spacer adjustment bolt
inwards, 1 turn at a time until the top operates
correctly. Afterwards, the height of the stowed
convertible top must be measured as follows:
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 178.5 mm
after adjustment. 178.5 mm is the minimum
height allowable after adjustment.

PARTS INFORMATION
Obtain and confirm the part numbers for your specific vehicle by entering the chassis number in either ETK
or AIR which takes into account specific equipment and/or options.
Note: Not all vehicles will require parts replacement
Part Number
Refer to ETK/AIR
51 45 2 353 024

Description
Folding top
Set felt strip self-adhesive

Quantity
1 if needed
As needed

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.
Latching mechanism gripper hook not within specification
Defect Code:

5431003200

Roof arch/frame, convertible top deformed/warped/kinked

Labor Operation Description
54 34 105
Replacing complete convertible top (Main work)
Or:
54 34 605
Replacing complete convertible top (Plus work)
And:
Work time to prior measure the distance of the hook to the
54 34 000
centering pin (Vehicle is in the workshop)

Labor Allowance
Refer to AIR
Refer to AIR
1 FRU

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Or, if necessary:
54 34 000

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

4 FRU

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.
Or:
Checking/replacing felt strip, checking the distance of the gripper hook to the centering pin only,
then checking and adjusting storage spacer bolts
Defect Code:
Labor Operation:
54 34 000
Or:
54 34 000
And, if necessary:
54 34 000

5434155300

Stowage lock, convertible top (locking mechanism in
convertible top compartment) does not close

Description
Labor Allowance
Work time to inspect and replace felt if needed (Main work) 3 FRU
Work time to inspect and replace felt if needed (Plus work) 2 FRU
Work time to confirm the distance of the hook to the
4 FRU
centering pin is within specification, checking and adjusting
storage spacer bolt (both sides) (Plus work – Vehicle is
already in the workshop)

Note: Only claim work time labor operation code 54 34 000 one-time for the total amount of applicable
FRUs
Refer to AIR for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances.
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.
And, as needed:
Sublet – Bulk Materials (RO and Claim Comments Required)

Sublet Code 4 See the sublet
reimbursement
calculations
below

Reimbursement for the repair-related bulk material (Do not
use the BMW part number for claim submission)

Sublet reimbursement calculation for claiming the applicable repair-related bulk materials (BMW part
number) is at the dealer net price amount for the quantity used plus your center’s handling.
Enter this material cost in sublet and itemize the amount on the repair order and in claim comment section.

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Supporting Materials
Videos
54 01 17

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