BMW 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper User Manual

Page 39

CONVERTIBLE TOP

Interruption

The automatic movement is immediately
interrupted when the buttons for convert-
ible top operation are released. The proce-
dure can be continued in the desired direc-
tion by pressing the appropriate buttons.

Movement is also interrupted when there
is a mechanical blockage. In this case, in
order to operate the convertible top again:

1. Turn off the ignition and then switch it

on again

2. Press the button to continue the proce-

dure in the desired direction.

If the convertible top can only be
moved in one direction after several

consecutive attempts to operate it, the
convertible top system has overheated.
Allow the system to cool down for approx.
20 minutes while the ignition is switched
on.

Before the closing procedure is fin-
ished, do not close the side windows

with the power window buttons. Other-
wise it is not ensured that the side win-
dows will close properly against the rubber
seals of the convertible top.

If the opening or closing procedure is inter-
rupted by releasing the buttons, the con-
vertible top stays in its current position for
several seconds before it slowly moves into
a more stable position. The procedure can
be continued by pressing the buttons.

Do not interrupt and restart the clos-
ing procedure several times one after

another, or the fully automatic convertible
top mechanism could be damaged.

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the
remote control refer to page

, for opera-

tion via the door lock refer to page

Manual closing in the event of an
electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manu-
ally if it is absolutely necessary. Never

open it manually. Improper handling of the
convertible top can result in damage.

If possible, close the convertible top
with the help of a second person.

Before closing

1. Open the tailgate
2. Release the loading aid, refer to page

3. Remove the cover from the side panel on

the left-hand side

4. Using the screwdriver from the onboard

tool kit, refer to page

120

, unscrew the

corresponding screw, arrow, in the direc-
tion of the arrow by rotating it one and a
half turns.