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convertible top, roadster* Operate the convertible top only when the vehicle is stationary. Do not lay objects on the convertible top, since they would fall off when the convertible top is operated and cause damage or injuries. Do not reach into the convertible top mechanism during opening and closing. Keep children away from the moving parts of the convertible top during operation. The automatic sequence is interrupted immediately if the button for actuating the top (pages 45 and 48) is released. The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the button.< Weather protection The convertible top combines reliable protection from the elements with simple, convenient operation. Here are a few tips to ensure that you have pleasure with your roadster. It is advisable to close the convertible top when the vehicle is parked. The closed convertible top not only protects the passenger compartment from unforeseeable damage from the weather, it also provides a certain degree of theft protection. In addition, keep valuables only in the locked luggage compartment, even with the convertible top closed. Never mount a roof-mounted luggage rack on the convertible top. Please contact your BMW center for suitable securing devices and additional accessories. To prevent damage, do not operate the convertible top at temperatures at the freezing point. To conserve the battery, it is advisable to operate the top only with the engine running. To open
1. With the doors closed, lower the side windows a few inches (centimeters) 2. To release the convertible top: pull the levers outward on the left and the right of the frame of the top (refer to the illustration) Power convertible top, roadster* 45n If the convertible top has not been lifted far enough, or if the footbrake is not applied, the motor which operates the convertible top will not operate.< In order to avoid subsequent moisture damage, do not leave the convertible top open when it is wet.< Be sure that the convertible top folds at the front linkage joints first, refer to arrow 2. If it does not, the convertible top linkage could be bent.< 4. Press the release lever against the frame of the top Index Data Technology Repairs 3. Raise the convertible top approx. 8 in (20 cm) from the convertible top frame on the inside to relieve tension on the top, refer to arrow 1 5. Hold the footbrake down during the entire opening procedure 6. Lift the convertible top frame. Press and hold the button for convertible top operation in the “Open” direction (2) until the opening process is completed and the convertible top is folded into the convertible top compartment.
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