Mini COUPE Owner's Manual page 46

Opening
1. Fold the handle out and rotate until it
reaches the end stop, arrow.
2. Using the handle, push the unlocked con-
vertible top upwards and open about six
inches.
3. Push switch back to open the convertible
top. The windows open during this proce-
dure.
Closing
1. Press the switch forward.
2. Pull convertible top onto the windshield
frame
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Opening and closing
3. Turn handle clockwise until there is an
audible click.
The convertible top is locked.
If the convertible top has been open
for a longer time, a greater force for
locking may be
4. Fold the handle back in.
5. If necessary, close windows.
Manual closing in the event of an
electrical malfunction
Only close the convertible top manually if
it is absolutely necessary. Never open it
manually. Improper handling of the convertible
top can result in damage. The closing procedure
must be completely finished. Otherwise, dam-
age or injury could
Before closing
Move the side windows slightly down, stop the
engine and switch off the ignition.
1. Remove the cover plate, see page 111.
2. Remove luggage area tray, arrow.
3. Using the Allen wrench from the tool kit,
turn the gold-colored screw, see arrow, in
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