What can I do when my BMW sunroof is stuck?

Answer by  dante54 (347)

First make sure that the fuse for the sunroof controls hasn't blown. Fuses are either in the glove box, or you have to open the driver side door.

Answer by  Travis404607 (3916)

This could be the result of a blown fuse. Fuses are easy and inexpensive to replace. Open the fuse box and examine the fuses. Does one appear to be severed or damaged? If so, replace it with the same type of fuse to see if this fixes the problem.

Answer by  MechMan3 (885)

Every car with a motorized sun roof has a manual crank over ride to close it in case there is a motor failure. Check the manual and find out where the tool is and where to insert the tool to close the roof.

Answer by  pamnyogi (159)

First, I would check to make sure there isn't a fuse blown that operates the roof. If that isn't the case, you will have to take it to a repair shop,preferably BMW to let them have a look.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

First locate the fuse panel diagram and the panel itself. Then check the fuse. If the fuse is fine remove and check the sunroof switch.

Answer by  Doug77 (1433)

The first thing to check is the fuse, and then to check for power at the fuse. If that's fine, check for power in and out of the switch. If that is o.k. then your problem is most likely the motor and/or the regulator system.

Answer by  babyhueyk (96)

The track that the winow moves in may have trash in it .Use air pressure to blow it out.Check the fuse if it is electricity operated.

Answer by  JodiJ (312)

The most likely cause is a crack or short in the sun-roof cable. It can be replaced without a great deal of effort. It does however require removing the entire sunroof cassette to access the cable.

Answer by  bikerbojo (282)

On most all cars equipped with motorized sunroofs there is typically a manual override that will allow you to open or close it manually. I believe this was mandated by NHSTA as a saftey feature. Look in your owners manual for the release to manually open or close the sunroof. It should be in the front of the unit.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Assuming you have a electric sunroof then it sounds like you have a bad motor. Either take it to a dealer or do some research on what can be done.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

The first thing to do is check the fuse. If that is fine then you need to check the switch. Try probing it with a multimeter to see if it functions correctly. Otherwise it may be a issue with the sunroof motor itself.