Convertible: retractable hardtop, Rdtop, Opening and closing – BMW 328i Coupe 2011 User Manual

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Opening and closing

Insert the Allen wrench

supplied with the

onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page

154

into the opening provided. Move the glass
roof in the desired direction.

Reinstall the control unit and reattach the
lamp cover.

Convertible: retractable

hardtop

The retractable hardtop combines reliable
weather protection with simple and convenient
operation.
The following tips will enhance your driving
pleasure in your Convertible:

It is advisable that you close the retractable
hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not only
does the closed hardtop protect the vehicle
interior against unanticipated weather dam-
age, it also offers theft protection. However,
even when the hardtop is closed, valuables
should only be stored in the locked cargo
area.

Do not attach roof rack systems to the
retractable hardtop, and in particular do not
attach magnetic racks.

Do not attach rack systems to the trunk lid,
and in particular do not attach magnetic
racks.

When the retractable hardtop is operated,
the trunk lid swings back and up. Before
operating the retractable hardtop, ensure
that there is enough clearance, e.g. when
parked in front of a wall.

If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g.
after driving in the rain, water may drip into
the cargo area. If necessary, remove items
from the cargo area beforehand to avoid
water stains or soiling.

Do not place any objects on the retract-
able hardtop or on the trunk lid; other-

wise, they could fall during movements of the
retractable hardtop and cause damage or injury.
Never move the retractable hardtop when the
rollover protection system is in the activated
position.
Driving when the hardtop is not fully opened or
closed may result in damage or injury.
Do not reach into the mechanism during the
opening or closing procedure. Keep children
away from the swiveling area of the retractable
hardtop.

The retractable hardtop cannot be moved
at temperatures below +14

7/–106.

The retractable hardtop can only be
opened and closed when the vehicle is

stationary. To avoid causing damage, do
not drive off until the hardtop has stopped
moving.

Before opening and closing

Comply with the safety precautions
described above.

Ensure that the cargo area partition is
folded down and engaged on both sides,
refer to page

111

; otherwise, it will not be

possible to open the retractable hardtop.

Do not place any objects next to or on the
cargo area partition and close the storage
compartment on the left side of the cargo
area.

Do not exceed the maximum loading height
under the cargo area partition; refer to the
label in the cargo area showing a line indi-
cating the maximum height.

Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.

The vehicle should be parked on fairly level
ground. Excessive angle is indicated by
a lamp.