Wind noise from sunroof at high speed?

stressdoc · 02-26-2007, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

lots of noise throughout the cabin.........E90 not tightly built.

We must have different cars. Mine was tomb-quiet at 125mph+ on the autobahns -- and it still is. Even with the stereo on my son and I carried on conversations at normal voice levels.

I do get a bit of a whistle from the sunroof when I first drive the car -- for about a mile or so -- when it's really cold, around zero [F].

NaTuReB0Y · 02-26-2007, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by stressdoc

We must have different cars. Mine was tomb-quiet at 125mph+ on the autobahns -- and it still is. Even with the stereo on my son and I carried on conversations at normal voice levels.

I do get a bit of a whistle from the sunroof when I first drive the car -- for about a mile or so -- when it's really cold, around zero [F].

well, i guess i'm not being fair here by comparing it to my uncle's LS460......
now that car is super quiet at any speed!

stressdoc · 02-26-2007, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

well, i guess i'm not being fair here by comparing it to my uncle's LS460......
now that car is super quiet at any speed!

Speaking of tomb-quiet! I prefer the symphony of melting 255s and a sweet I-6. And I would not dare drive an LS over 120.

crqflier · 03-01-2007, 09:47 PM

It's not an "air passing over the sunroof" type noise. It's like someone blowing a high-pitched kazoo in your ear. Only when the roof is closed. Only when the wind velocity gets pretty high - 90-100 mph (car speed or car speed plus outside wind speed). Doesn't always happen. But the first time it did, I thought some type of warning signal was going off.

RedLeader · 05-08-2007, 02:55 PM

I get a high pitched squeal between 75 and 90. Above that it goes away. Sounds like it is coming from the passenger side front window on the lower part. Running the wipers doesn't change the sound. When it is very windy out it can change the pitch and frequency a bit. Might start at 70 then and fade in and out with the wind gusts. Not sunroof related in my opinion for me at least. My dealer is 3 hours away so I'll wait for the first service to have them check it out. Very annoying. Have not found a solution posted anywhere. Just people with the same issue. Hasn't anyone had this looked into and fixed? I have a 330i by the way. My gift to myself after my second tour in Afghanistan.

fizzle · 05-08-2007, 03:07 PM

i have no wind noise whatsoever and so far have hit 125; no wind noise. i purchased this for $35 just in case though....for the price you cant go wrong.

LEDZEP · 05-08-2007, 03:17 PM

The E91 panoramic sunroof is much noisier. I have found for both that closing the inner shade pretty much deadens it.

MacAttack · 05-08-2007, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by RichReg

Solution:
Wind Deflector...
...only about $40 at any wholesale BMW parts department.

Don't do it.

Carnage · 05-08-2007, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MacAttack

Don't do it.

+1

LEDZEP · 05-08-2007, 05:56 PM

+2 Your BMW will instantly become a 1998 Honda Accord

JLL325ci · 05-08-2007, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 330Inewbie

I get slight windnoise that comes from the sunroof when I drive in excess of 70+ mph. I'm wondering how many people have this issue so that I can decide if its worth taking it back to my dealer to see if they can repair. I just picked it up last Saturday. It drives me nuts, I keep reopening and closing it thinking it isn't shut all the way. There is another thread on this back from last September. There have been a lot of new owners since then, so I'm trying to find out if this is a prevalent problem. Its hard to enjoy the purr of the engine when I am distracted by the wind noise!

My fear is that the dealer will have no clue how to fix it and make it worse!

I know I don't like the way the wind blows in the car and the noise when it is open. When I reach up and pull the black thinng that pops up down it stops. I don't get any wind and noise in my g35 coupe.

gerbs · 05-08-2007, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by fizzle

i purchased this for $35 just in case though....for the price you cant go wrong.

oh jeeze.. yes, yes you can go wrong for that "attractive price"

Ewwww.

LEA69 · 05-08-2007, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 330Inewbie

I get slight windnoise that comes from the sunroof when I drive in excess of 70+ mph. I'm wondering how many people have this issue so that I can decide if its worth taking it back to my dealer to see if they can repair. I just picked it up last Saturday. It drives me nuts, I keep reopening and closing it thinking it isn't shut all the way. There is another thread on this back from last September. There have been a lot of new owners since then, so I'm trying to find out if this is a prevalent problem. Its hard to enjoy the purr of the engine when I am distracted by the wind noise!

My fear is that the dealer will have no clue how to fix it and make it worse!

Mate I brought this query up too myself in the aussie forum. Its like a whistling sound when i go on the frwy to work each morning and although it isnt all that load, somehow my ears have fine-tuned in and all i hear now is that annoying whistling!

Check the seals around the roof, as well as even that flappy wind deflector thingie that pops up when roof is fully open.
But my whistling noise happens when my roof is tilted open and not fully opened!!

ejazbmw · 05-08-2007, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by RichReg

Solution:
Wind Deflector...
...only about $40 at any wholesale BMW parts department.

lol i was thinking about buying one but then i thought ...wow thats ugly and backed away

E90330iS · 05-08-2007, 10:40 PM

I almost never use the sunroof because the sun goes in but the wind goes to the back seats...

KT9 · 05-08-2007, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

+2 Your BMW will instantly become a 1998 Honda Accord

+3 How true it is. My previous car was a 1998 Honda Accord.

In all fairness, the Accord was quieter with the wind deflector when the sunroof is open. My BMW was still noisy with the wind deflector on. I feel there is still some turbulent air coming into the cabin.

I also noticed that at above 70 mph, I can hear the noise generated from the wind deflector even with the sunroof closed. My impression is that the deflector does its job in keeping most of the wind from entering the cabin, but the airflow over the roof is not as smooth so it didn't do anything to reduce the wind noise.

I ended up taking it off permanently because I couldn't stand the look of a speed bump on the car roof, even though my car is black and the wind deflector is a dark smoke color. I open my sunroof when I'm cruising in town at speeds less than 45mph. On the open highway, I close the sunroof to keep out the wind and the noise. This seems to be a good compromise for me.

So there, I did went wrong with a $35 part. Live and learn.

crqflier · 05-08-2007, 11:45 PM

The noise I've got is not mistakable for any typical wind passing over a sunroof-type noise - open or closed. I'm gonna get off my a** and take my car to the dealer for them to figure it out. Big concern is them screwing something up by guessing at the problem. I'll post the fix once it's resolved. If all else fails, I'll be in the market for a 98 accord.

KT9 · 05-09-2007, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by crqflier

The noise I've got is not mistakable for any typical wind passing over a sunroof-type noise - open or closed. I'm gonna get off my a** and take my car to the dealer for them to figure it out. Big concern is them screwing something up by guessing at the problem. I'll post the fix once it's resolved. If all else fails, I'll be in the market for a 98 accord.

Make sure you check the car out thoroughly for sunroof creaks, failing automatic transmission, worn out hub bearings, warped rotors, crappy brakes, and emission problems. Other than that, those 9 year Accords can run well into 400,000 miles with proper maintenance.

Yvette · 05-09-2007, 01:25 AM

wind noisy everywhere.... on the highway... I can hear everything
you think I should take this to dealer lol...

docbeemer · 05-09-2007, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by sysop

Yes! I have found a screeching/tearing sound eminating from (who knows where) the windscreen-roof area when I pushed the 320i above 160 kph in windy conditions. I am also afraid to let the dealer loose on this - I would hate him to test the car at that speed! Perhaps a service bulletin will come out?

I have no noise from the (closed) sunroof in my E92 335 but I'm now driving an E90 323 M sport loaner while my fuel pump gets replaced and this car (only has 600 kms on the clock, so it's new) DOES have the screeching tearing sound at high speeds. It goes away if I open the roof a crack or "tilt" the roof open. But nothing like this in my 335. So it sounds like a design fault. If not all E90's have this problem then it may well be a warranty claim...

stressdoc · 05-09-2007, 08:00 AM

My 335 just started doing this -- it is a high pitched whistle, starts at about 80 mph depending on the wind. I suspect something on the passenger side rubber windshield trim. Taking it to the dealer this AM to have summer tires put on -- wooohooo! more on those in a different thread -- will see what they do and report back this PM. With so many of us having the problem you would think that there would be service bulletin.

JoeA · 05-09-2007, 08:13 AM

stressdoc...let me know what the dealer says. I have the same issue in the same spot.

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03-01-2007, 09:47 PM	#26
crqflier Lieutenant 115 Rep 433 Posts Drives: '07 335i, '95 M3 (gone) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: California iTrader: (0)	It's not an "air passing over the sunroof" type noise. It's like someone blowing a high-pitched kazoo in your ear. Only when the roof is closed. Only when the wind velocity gets pretty high - 90-100 mph (car speed or car speed plus outside wind speed). Doesn't always happen. But the first time it did, I thought some type of warning signal was going off. __________________ '07 e90 335i - SG/Black/Alum \| 6 MT \| Sport \| Premium \| Nav \| CA Dinan Stage 2 Tune, Stage 1 Suspension \| BBS RS-GT
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RedLeader New Member 1 Rep 10 Posts Drives: E90, 6SP, Titanium Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Green Bay, WI iTrader: (0)	I get a high pitched squeal between 75 and 90. Above that it goes away. Sounds like it is coming from the passenger side front window on the lower part. Running the wipers doesn't change the sound. When it is very windy out it can change the pitch and frequency a bit. Might start at 70 then and fade in and out with the wind gusts. Not sunroof related in my opinion for me at least. My dealer is 3 hours away so I'll wait for the first service to have them check it out. Very annoying. Have not found a solution posted anywhere. Just people with the same issue. Hasn't anyone had this looked into and fixed? I have a 330i by the way. My gift to myself after my second tour in Afghanistan.
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05-08-2007, 03:07 PM	#28
fizzle is it the 5oclock free crack giveaway? 234 Rep 17,453 Posts Drives: a motorized vee-hickle Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (14)	i have no wind noise whatsoever and so far have hit 125; no wind noise. i purchased this for $35 just in case though....for the price you cant go wrong.
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E90330iS Major General 143 Rep 6,333 Posts Drives: BMW M4 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Arcadia, California iTrader: (56) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I almost never use the sunroof because the sun goes in but the wind goes to the back seats... __________________ 2017 BMW M4 DCT Lease Transfer: https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...8#post23736398
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05-08-2007, 11:45 PM	#39
crqflier Lieutenant 115 Rep 433 Posts Drives: '07 335i, '95 M3 (gone) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: California iTrader: (0)	The noise I've got is not mistakable for any typical wind passing over a sunroof-type noise - open or closed. I'm gonna get off my a** and take my car to the dealer for them to figure it out. Big concern is them screwing something up by guessing at the problem. I'll post the fix once it's resolved. If all else fails, I'll be in the market for a 98 accord. __________________ '07 e90 335i - SG/Black/Alum \| 6 MT \| Sport \| Premium \| Nav \| CA Dinan Stage 2 Tune, Stage 1 Suspension \| BBS RS-GT
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05-09-2007, 01:25 AM	#41
Yvette Major General 761 Rep 7,408 Posts Drives: M Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (19)	wind noisy everywhere.... on the highway... I can hear everything you think I should take this to dealer lol...
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05-09-2007, 08:00 AM	#43
stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,858 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	My 335 just started doing this -- it is a high pitched whistle, starts at about 80 mph depending on the wind. I suspect something on the passenger side rubber windshield trim. Taking it to the dealer this AM to have summer tires put on -- wooohooo! more on those in a different thread -- will see what they do and report back this PM. With so many of us having the problem you would think that there would be service bulletin. __________________ My recent ED photos: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1026808 my not-so-recent ED: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31829 Please join BMWCCA http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=c...&ref_by=300279
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05-09-2007, 08:13 AM	#44
JoeA New Member 0 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southern California iTrader: (0)	stressdoc...let me know what the dealer says. I have the same issue in the same spot.
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