Mini Cooper S Owner's Manual page 109

MINI Convertible: Luggage
compartment
Do not place any objects on the luggage
compartment roll-up cover, as it may
damage the cover or the convertible
Loading aid
When the convertible top is closed, you can load
the vehicle more easily by releasing the convert-
ible top and folding it up.
1. Release the convertible top using the han-
dles, see arrows 1.
2. Lift the convertible top, see arrow 2.
3. Fold back the handles and place them on
holders 3.
Expanding the luggage compartment
volume
You can enlarge the luggage compartment vol-
ume when the convertible top is closed.
1. Fold the convertible top upwards, refer to
Loading aid
2. Pull the luggage compartment's roll-up
cover from its lower storage area and
towards the rear, then swing upward, see
arrows 1.
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3. Push cover into the upper storage areas, see
arrows 2 and place down horizontally.
To operate the convertible top, move the
luggage compartment cover back to its
lower position.<
Through-loading system
To be able to transport larger objects, the rear
backrest can be folded down.
1. If necessary, use the integrated key and
open the backrest lock 1.
Press button 2 and fold down backrest
2.
together with the belt strap.
3. Fold the backrest forward.
When folding the backrest back into its
original position, always ensure that the
catch engages securely. A loose backrest might
fail to prevent cargo from entering the passen-
ger compartment during sudden braking or eva-
sive maneuvers, posing a potential hazard to
occupants.
The belt guide loop, see page 45, must be
closed.<
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