Component Tests and General Diagnostics

Checking Convertible Top Operation

Important notes

Brief operating instructions are on the reverse of the driver's sun visor.

When opening or closing the convertible top, make sure that no one can be injured by the convertible-top mechanism or the convertible-top compartment cover.

If the main carrier of the roof transport system is fitted, the convertible top must not be operated.

Items of luggage or objects on the luggage tray above the engine cover must be put in the luggage pocket or be secured under the net to prevent their being shaken out.

These objects must not affect movement of the convertible top or be in abrasive contact with the convertible top or rear window.

Do not open the convertible top at temperatures below 0°C: the rear window could break.

The convertible top must not be operated when one side of the car is on a kerb, a hoist or a jack.

The convertible top must be operated only when the car is stationary. Ensure there is sufficient room above the convertible top.

To prevent damp stains and abrasions, only open the convertible top in a dry, clean state.
If the rear window is dirty or dusty, wash it with clean water before opening the convertible top in order to prevent scratching. This applies in particular when the hardtop is then fitted.

If the door windows are closed, they will automatically be opened a few millimeters before the convertible top is opened or closed. The windows must be closed with the rocker switch.


Opening convertable top

1. Unlatch the locking lever: Press the unlocking plate (arrow A).





2. Unlocking convertible top: Swing locking lever to rear (arrow B).

3. Opening convertible top:
Operate rocker switch uninterruptedly until indicator light in the instrument panel goes out (convertible top in final position).
If there is a hazard, release the button: convertible top operation is immediately interrupted.





Note: The convertible top can only be operated when the handbrake is applied and ignition is on (engine running or stationary).


Closing convertible top

1. Closing convertible top: Operate rocker switch uninterruptedly until indicator light in the instrument panel goes out (convertible top in final position). If there is a hazard, release the button: convertible top operation is immediately interrupted.





2. Locking convertible top: Swing locking lever forward (arrow B) until it perceptibly engages. The latching hook must engage in the windscreen frame (arrow C).

The engagement of the latching hook can be assisted by pulling the convertible top by a handle in the convertible-top frame to the windscreen (arrow D).