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BimmerE82 · 09-06-2011, 07:37 PM

Anybody else having problems with there windows not rolling up all the way when they push the switch? My driver side window on occasion won't roll up all the way when I push the switch, it rolls up half way then rolls down again? Problem with the window regulator or safety sensor? I have an appointment to take it in with the dealership, warranty covered issue...Got a loaner BMW while they fix it. Would be cool if it was a 1M, Yeah right!!

1-2MANY · 09-06-2011, 08:48 PM

wow this just happened to me last night on passenger side.

roundel335 · 09-07-2011, 11:36 AM

This happens every once in awhile, but not very often. Usually cures itself on the 2nd try. Dunno if it is different on a convertible vs. a coupe. Convertibles have an "all windows" button behind the front and rear window buttons, and using that will cure it as well.

amancuso · 09-07-2011, 01:29 PM

Had that problem with my 128i when I first got it. It was a sensor and a footwell module problem. replaced under warranty and hasn't been an issue since.

shemeld_135 · 09-07-2011, 01:45 PM

my passenger side window does this..i though it was because i fold the mirrors in same time as i put the windows up.. maybe Ill get it checked out...

bogart · 09-07-2011, 02:10 PM

You need to reset the sensor. Do this by rolling the window all the way down, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Then roll the window all the way up, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Problem solved.

shemeld_135 · 09-07-2011, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by bogart

You need to reset the sensor. Do this by rolling the window all the way down, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Then roll the window all the way up, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Problem solved.

Thanks man ill try that tonight!

jkoral · 09-07-2011, 02:56 PM

This appears to be a common problem and is not cured by the reset, many folks have had new software and motors, but no real consensus. See this thread for more details: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278352

I have noticed that it occurs less frequently if I roll up the window while the engine is still running and only roll up one window at a time. When I used to shut off the engine and close both windows simultaneously, it often would happen 3, 4 or even 5 times in a row. Not only annoying, somewhat embarrassing when you have passengers in the car.

shodanusmc · 09-07-2011, 03:14 PM

My driver side window did this. First, software, no fix. Then new motor, no fix. Then did the reset, and since then, have not had a problem. Watch, it will act up today!

09-06-2011, 07:37 PM	#1
BimmerE82 Lieutenant Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Sport package Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 510 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [0.00]	Driver side window acting up... Anybody else having problems with there windows not rolling up all the way when they push the switch? My driver side window on occasion won't roll up all the way when I push the switch, it rolls up half way then rolls down again? Problem with the window regulator or safety sensor? I have an appointment to take it in with the dealership, warranty covered issue...Got a loaner BMW while they fix it. Would be cool if it was a 1M, Yeah right!! __________________
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09-07-2011, 11:36 AM	#3
roundel335 Colonel Drives: 13 335i Sedan, 11 128i Cabrio Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boerne, TX Posts: 2,710 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2013 BMW 335i Sedan [5.00] 2011 BMW 128i Cabri ... [4.25]	This happens every once in awhile, but not very often. Usually cures itself on the 2nd try. Dunno if it is different on a convertible vs. a coupe. Convertibles have an "all windows" button behind the front and rear window buttons, and using that will cure it as well. __________________ 2013 F30 335i M-Sport 8AT/MPE/MPPK, 2011 128i M-sport Cabrio 6MT/PE

09-07-2011, 01:29 PM	#4
amancuso Captain Drives: 00 Z3 2.3,12 R56, 12 128i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Burlington, New Jersey Posts: 734 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 128i [0.50]	Had that problem with my 128i when I first got it. It was a sensor and a footwell module problem. replaced under warranty and hasn't been an issue since. __________________ 2012 Mini Cooper Hatchback

09-07-2011, 02:10 PM	#6
bogart Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E82 N55 DCT Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: STL, MO Posts: 1,606 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i [3.53]	You need to reset the sensor. Do this by rolling the window all the way down, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Then roll the window all the way up, and keep holding the button down for about 10 seconds. Problem solved. __________________

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09-06-2011, 08:48 PM	#2
1-2MANY First Lieutenant Drives: BSM 135i & 350Z Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Austin/Plano TX Posts: 376 iTrader: (3)	wow this just happened to me last night on passenger side.

09-07-2011, 01:45 PM	#5
shemeld_135 Captain Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: KOP, PA Posts: 635 iTrader: (5) Garage List 2008 e82 [3.80]	my passenger side window does this..i though it was because i fold the mirrors in same time as i put the windows up.. maybe Ill get it checked out...

09-07-2011, 02:56 PM	#8
jkoral Captain Drives: '09 135i MSport 6MT Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MA Posts: 666 iTrader: (5)	This appears to be a common problem and is not cured by the reset, many folks have had new software and motors, but no real consensus. See this thread for more details: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278352 I have noticed that it occurs less frequently if I roll up the window while the engine is still running and only roll up one window at a time. When I used to shut off the engine and close both windows simultaneously, it often would happen 3, 4 or even 5 times in a row. Not only annoying, somewhat embarrassing when you have passengers in the car.

09-07-2011, 03:14 PM	#9
shodanusmc Captain Drives: 09 135 Vert Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago burb Posts: 734 iTrader: (0)	My driver side window did this. First, software, no fix. Then new motor, no fix. Then did the reset, and since then, have not had a problem. Watch, it will act up today!