Mini Cooper Owner's Manual page 43

CONTROLS
3. Use the screwdriver and turn the gold-col-
ored screw, refer to arrow, one and a half
turns in the direction of the arrow.
Releasing the convertible top
1. Loosen bolt, arrow, with the Allen wrench
and remove.
Slide cover in travel direction, arrow 1, and
2.
rotate out sideways, arrow 2. If necessary,
press plastic trim, arrow 3 slightly inward.
3. Pull out the sensor from cover, arrow, and
place on the inner side panel.
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Opening and closing
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4. Using the Allen wrench, loosen second bolt,
arrow, to unlock the convertible top.
5. Remove bolt.
6. Slightly lift side frame, arrow 1, and pull the
sensor with the cable forward out of the
guide.
Swing cable out sideways, arrow 2.
7.
When putting aside, ensure that the cable is
not clamped.
8. Release the second side frame.