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Opening/Closing Convertible Top In Event of A Technical Fault



54 34 ... Opening/Closing Convertible Top In Event Of A Technical Fault

Opening convertible top:
Depending on the nature of the technical fault, perform one of the following tasks before opening the convertible top.
All the tasks may be necessary in a few cases.

- Open side windows







Automatic convertible top catch:
- Press in cover (1) at top slightly and lever out towards bottom.
- Turn screw with double offset hexagon socket key (on-board tool kit).







Convertible top hydraulics:
- Open rear lid.
- On left side, pull ring (1) to center and turn through 90°.
- Place ring on holder (2).

Opening convertible top:
- If necessary, open convertible top by hand.







When opening the convertible top by hand, only grip in the middle of the front edge of the front bow.

Closing convertible top:
Depending on the nature of the technical fault, perform one of the following tasks before closing the convertible top.
All the tasks may be necessary in a few cases.

- Open side windows







Stowage lock:
- Open rear lid.
- Pull knob (1) towards rear on luggage compartment panel.







Convertible top hydraulics:
- Open rear lid.
- On left side, pull ring (1) to center and turn through 90°.
- Place ring on holder (2).







Automatic convertible top catch:
- Press in cover (1) at top slightly and lever out towards bottom.
- Turn screw with double offset hexagon socket key (on-board tool kit).







Closing convertible top:
- If necessary, close convertible top by hand.
When closing the convertible top by hand, only grip in the middle of the front edge of the front bow.