Window auto up/down problem

CaliE90 · 12-01-2009, 10:59 PM

Hey guys, I drive a 2008 e90 335i and I've noticed for a while that the windows will not auto roll up when the doors are open. To be more clear, when my doors are open and I try to close my windows using the auto-up switch, it won't automatically roll-up but instead requires me to hold the button. I brought up this issue at my dealer when I went in for service and they told me that it is designed like that for all pre-2009 e9x models. Is this true? and is there anyway to change it? my friend's 09 e90 lci doesn't seem to have this problem.

Ron1n · 12-01-2009, 11:47 PM

No way to change it. It's the way the car is.

CaliE90 · 12-01-2009, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron1n

No way to change it. It's the way the car is.

seriously? no software change or anything? its so annoying having to hold the window buttons up if my passenger opens the door before the windows are up. almost ruins the purpose of auto up/down

Ron1n · 12-01-2009, 11:51 PM

Like some other items, it *may* be adjustable through some special command with a special tool, but I'm not aware of any such hidden setting. Someone more familiar with the sneaky bits may know something I don't.

pruettfan · 12-02-2009, 12:33 AM

I doubt there is much to do about it. It is a very specific request so not likely a commercially viable aftermarket fix. I think you will just have to keep your door shut when you are rolling up your windows.

Saffa_G · 12-02-2009, 01:24 AM

this is a safety measure to avoid jamming of hands when people stand with there hands wrapped around the frame and the window goes up....happens on all models

CaliE90 · 12-02-2009, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Saffa_G

this is a safety measure to avoid jamming of hands when people stand with there hands wrapped around the frame and the window goes up....happens on all models

why is it only on the older models? my friend's 09 lci doesn't seem to have this issue.

C.D.335xi · 12-02-2009, 09:46 PM

On my 2009 e92 the auto-up feature won't work either when the door is open and the engine is not running (but accessories are powered). Haven't tried it with the engine running.

Saffa_G · 12-02-2009, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Jz

why is it only on the older models? my friend's 09 lci doesn't seem to have this issue.

the '09 model is just not as safe as the older ones, costs cutting due to the recession

Just kidding ....

I honestly don't know why, but they should all operate like this when the door is open, it's just safer aint it? Did you see your buddies car do this auto up/down with the door open, with your own

?

ElliottP · 12-03-2009, 01:09 AM

Seriously? Is this post really happening? Are we so concerned with holding a little button with our hands?

Haha, Ok I'll agree that it is a minor annoyance. Since you have a sedan you could use tape and a coin to keep the little button down. You know that one that lets the car know if the door is open? Then you can auto open and close to your heart's content.

Note, DO NOT do this on the coupe as the glass moves down a bit when you open the door.

TurboFan · 12-03-2009, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jz

Hey guys, I drive a 2008 e90 335i and I've noticed for a while that the windows will not auto roll up when the doors are open. To be more clear, when my doors are open and I try to close my windows using the auto-up switch, it won't automatically roll-up but instead requires me to hold the button. I brought up this issue at my dealer when I went in for service and they told me that it is designed like that for all pre-2009 e9x models. Is this true? and is there anyway to change it? my friend's 09 e90 lci doesn't seem to have this problem.

Nothing wrong here. SOP for teh car.

2kaccordocoupe · 12-03-2009, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Saffa_G

this is a safety measure to avoid jamming of hands when people stand with there hands wrapped around the frame and the window goes up....happens on all models

The e92 windows are frameless so this would not apply however you still cannot auto up the windows with the doors open.

jrlee53 · 12-03-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ElliottP

Seriously? Is this post really happening? Are we so concerned with holding a little button with our hands?

+1

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pruettfan Brigadier General 1622 Rep 3,402 Posts Drives: 2017 M2, LBB, DCT, Exec Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ iTrader: (0)	I doubt there is much to do about it. It is a very specific request so not likely a commercially viable aftermarket fix. I think you will just have to keep your door shut when you are rolling up your windows.
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Saffa_G MPerformance 25 Rep 108 Posts Drives: BMW M240i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Roswell, GA iTrader: (0)	this is a safety measure to avoid jamming of hands when people stand with there hands wrapped around the frame and the window goes up....happens on all models
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ElliottP Private First Class 26 Rep 196 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD iTrader: (0)	Seriously? Is this post really happening? Are we so concerned with holding a little button with our hands? Haha, Ok I'll agree that it is a minor annoyance. Since you have a sedan you could use tape and a coin to keep the little button down. You know that one that lets the car know if the door is open? Then you can auto open and close to your heart's content. Note, DO NOT do this on the coupe as the glass moves down a bit when you open the door. __________________ My introduction: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=246615 Stats: 2008 E92 335i \| Manual \| Style 230 19" wheels \| Black Sapphire Metallic \| Black Leather \| Gray Poplar \| I-Drive \| Cold Weather \| Premium \| iPod USB Mods: Dinan Stage II ECU \| 30% Tint \| Breyton 18" Race GTS winter setup \| Black Grilles \| Keyhole-less Driver's Door
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