Mini COOPER CONVERTIBLE Owner's Manual page 50

CONTROLS
▷ Always open or close the convertible top
completely. The convertible top is only
locked in the final positions.
▷ Make sure that no objects are on the cargo
cover when opening the convertible
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when opening
and closing the hardtop. There is a risk of in‐
jury. When opening and closing the convertible
top, observe the movement and keep the area
of movement clear.◀
WARNING
When operating the convertible top while
driving, the view to the rear may be limited. At
speeds above 20 mph/30 km/h the convertible
top remains in its current position. There is a
danger of accidents and property damage.
When operating the convertible top while driv‐
ing, observe traffic attentively and if necessary,
reduce speed. Do not operate while backing up
or with wind.◀
WARNING
The convertible top is not suitable for the
mounting of roof carrier systems. The roof car‐
rier could come loose. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Do not attach any roof carrier systems to
the convertible top.◀
WARNING
A convertible top that is not completely
open or closed is not locked and can open by
itself while driving due to the wind. There is risk
of injuries or risk of property damage. Make
sure that the convertible top is always com‐
pletely open or closed.◀
Functional requirements
The following requirements must be fulfilled in
order to be able to move the convertible top.
▷ The ignition or radio-ready state must be
switched on.
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Opening and closing
top.◀
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▷ The cargo area partition, refer to page 51,
is stored and latched in the bottom posi‐
tion.
▷ The tailgate is closed.
▷ The external temperature is above
14 ℉/-10 ℃.
▷ The voltage of the vehicle electrical system
is sufficient.
▷ The convertible top drive is not overheat‐
ing.
▷ Vehicle speed is below 18 mph/30 km/h.
▷ The windows can be lowered.
If this requirement is not met, a check control
message is displayed.
Operating from the inside
Opening
Press the switch backward and
hold until the sliding sunroof is
open.
Press the switch backward again
and hold. The windows roll down
and the convertible top opens while the switch
is being pulled. After the convertible top is
completely open, the switch can be held or
pressed again briefly in order to raise the win‐
dows.
Closing
Push the switch forward and
hold. The windows are lowered,
the convertible top is closed and
the windows are raised again
while the switch is being held.
Preventing an interruption
Press and hold the switch, until the convertible
top is fully open or closed. A Check Control
message is displayed when the opening proce‐
dure has finished.