BMW Z4 Roadster Owner's Handbook Manual page 99

NOTE
The convertible top and other parts of the vehi‐
cle can become damaged if operated incor‐
rectly.
There is a danger of damage to property. Ob‐
serve the following points during operation:
▷ The convertible top swings out and up‐
wards. Make sure that this area of move‐
ment is kept clear. Maximum range of
movement: 2.5 m/98.5 in.
▷ Close the boot lid fully.
▷ Do not leave the convertible top open for
more than one day if wet.
▷ Do not open the convertible top if it is wet,
covered with snow, iced over or dirty.
▷ Do not place any objects on the
convertible top.
▷ The roll-over protection system must not
be triggered.
▷ Do not operate the convertible top on un‐
even roads.
▷ Always open or close the convertible top
all the way. The convertible top is only
locked when it is in its end positions.
Overview
With manual transmission
Roof switch
Opening and closing
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With Steptronic transmission
Roof switch
Operating requirements
The following conditions must be met so that the
convertible top can move.
▷ Drive-ready state is switched on.
▷ Standby state is switched on and the brake
pedal is depressed.
▷ The outside temperature is above
-10 ℃/14 ℉.
▷ The on-board voltage is sufficient.
▷ The convertible top drive has not overheated.
▷ The vehicle speed is not too high.
▷ The windows can be opened and closed au‐
tomatically.
If one of these conditions is not met, a Check
Control message is displayed.
Operating from inside
Opening
Pull and hold the switch.
The windows are lowered and the convertible
top opens for as long as the switch is pressed.
After the convertible top has been completely
opened, the switch can be held or briefly pulled
again, to raise the windows again.
CONTROLS
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