Thanks Craig. It seems a little too technical to a luddite like me. I
did take it to a BMW franchise dealership to-day and they gave me an
estimate of £47.00 all inclusive. I didn't think it was too bad.
Nevertheless, I shall try out your suggestion (although I have a
feeling I may not have the requisite tools) first.

Thanks much,

Vijay


C.Read wrote:
> Sorry.. EDIT... not in the door.. in the door PILLAR.. just read it back..
>
> "C.Read" > wrote in message
> ...
> > This is the switch in the door, there is a small black switch in the door
> > pillar in the locking mechanism, often the interior light will be on
> > saying the door is open too. If you look at it you can see it, it's quite
> > obvious. Simply take this off and when you unplug it the window should
> > raise up to the locked position automatically, as it's set to go all the
> > way up if there is no switch. Be careful when removing the switch from
> > the door, as there is a metal bracket which it bolts to.
> >
> > Remove ONE bolt, there are torx bolts by the way, then rotate the switch a
> > little then reinsert the bolt to hold the bracket, then do the same with
> > the other.. Disconnect the cable (door window should go up), usually the
> > switch is fine, simply clean it up well and clean the contacts on the
> > cables, then reconnect and try pressing the switch. If the window goes up
> > when depressed and down when not then it's fine. Simply put back
> > together.. Might be a good idea to seal up the switch too with some grease
> > to stop water getting in.
> >
> > I had the same problem with my 1996 coupe, it's common, often the switch
> > doesn't fail it just needs cleaning (they are about £10 anyway). Make
> > sure you clean it thoroughly, or it'll just start playing up again in a
> > week or so. I cleaned mine 3 times, as it kept re-occuring, but now it's
> > been months since I've had this problem.
> >
> > I hope all that helps you.
> >
> > Cheers
> >
> > Craig
> >