Body - 'Convenient Closing' Of Convertible Top Not Available
SI B51 16 12Body Equipment
April 2012
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Convenient Closing of the Convertible Top Is No Longer Available
MODEL
F12 (6 Series Convertible)
Produced from September 2011
SITUATION
On F12 vehicles produced up to September 2011, the "Convenient Closing" feature is operational. This feature allows customers to operate the convertible top from the outside door handle.
On F12 vehicles produced from September 2011, this feature is no longer available.
Any reprogramming or replacement of parts will not restore the "Convenient Closing" functionality.
CAUSE
Software change to the convertible top module (CTM)
INFORMATION
If customers inquire, please inform them that due to running production changes, this feature is no longer offered.
Please note:
If a vehicle produced prior to September 2011 is reprogrammed with ISTA/P 2.43.0 or higher, this feature will be automatically removed.