Mini COUPE Owner's Manual page 42

CONTROLS
▷ Do not place any objects on the convertible
top; otherwise, they could fall during oper‐
ation of the convertible top and cause
damage or injury.◀
Opening
1. Fold out the handle and turn it all the way
to the end, arrow.
2. Push the unlocked convertible top upward
at the handle and open it about a hand's
width.
3. Exit the vehicle.
4. Guide the convertible top to the rear.
5. Push down on the convertible top with
some momentum until it engages audibly.
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Opening and closing
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Closing
1. Switch the ignition on so that the windows
can be slightly lowered automatically. Re‐
move the wind deflector if necessary.
2. Press button 1.
The convertible top is unlocked and moves
up slightly.
3. Exit the vehicle.
4. Guide the convertible top forward.
5. Pull the convertible top onto the windshield
frame.
6. Turn the handle clockwise until it engages
audibly.
The convertible top is locked.
If the convertible top was open for a
lengthy period, it may be necessary to ap‐
ply greater force when locking the top.
7. Fold the handle back in.
MINI Roadster: semi-auto‐
matic convertible top
General information
The fabric convertible top combines reliable
weather protection with simple and convenient
operation.
To ensure that you will continue to enjoy your
MINI Convertible, here are a few tips:
▷ It is advisable that you close the convertible
top when you park the vehicle. Not only
does the closed convertible top protect the