SMART Fortwo cabriolet Operator's Manual page 73

X
Pull handle : on the inside of the
tailgate backward.
X
Lift up the storage compartment cover.
X
Remove the side rails from the storage
compartment in the tailgate.
Front right
;
Rear right
=
Rear left
?
Front left
A
X
Install the side rails with the respective
front end ; or A first.
G
WARNING
Make sure the side rails are properly
mounted. Otherwise the side rails could
disengage while driving and injure you and
other persons.
Soft top system (cabriolet only)
X
Take one side rail and start by attaching
it to front end D.
X
Make sure the seal of the side rail is
facing up at position B and is not
pinched.
X
Push the side rail at rear end C
downwards until it audibly engages into
place twice.
X
Install the side rail on the other side in
the same manner.
! Make sure the side rails are installed
correctly. Otherwise the side rails may
not function properly or may be damaged.
X
Close the storage compartment cover.
X
Press on the "PRESS" marking in the
middle of the storage compartment cover
until it engages audibly.
X
Close the tailgate. Let the tailgate lock
into place.
X
Close the driver's and passenger door.
X
Open the side windows if desired.
! Make sure the storage compartment
cover is closed before closing the
tailgate. Otherwise the tailgate could
jam.
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