BMW Z4 3.0i, Owner'S Manual

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Opening and
closing
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> It is advisable to close the convertible top
when the vehicle is parked. When closed,
the top not only guards the passenger com-
partment from unforeseeable damage from
the weather, but also affords a degree of
protection against theft. Valuables, how-
ever, should only be kept in the locked
cargo bay, even when the convertible top is
closed.
> When the convertible top is open, the cen-
tral locking system also locks button
1 for
the convertible top, refer to page 26 . The
convertible top cannot be operated. This
provides better theft protection for valu-
ables stored in the cargo bay.
> Never mount a roof-mounted luggage rack
system on the convertible top.
Never keep a wet convertible top in the
convertible top compartment for longer
than one day, otherwise the moisture could
cause damage.
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Opening
Operate the convertible top only when
the vehicle is stationary.
To avoid any damage when opening the con-
vertible top, make sure that the convertible top
compartment panel in the cargo bay has been
folded down, refer to page
23 . <
1. Flip the handle out and turn it to the end
stop.
2. Fold the handle back in.
Do not guide the convertible top
towards the rear with the handle
folded out, otherwise the convertible top's
headliner could be damaged.
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3. Open the convertible top and guide it
toward the rear of the vehicle.
4. Gently swing the convertible top downward
and press until it engages audibly.
Closing
1. Press button
1
.
The convertible top is released and moves
up slightly.
2. Using the handle, pull the convertible top
forward onto the windshield frame.
3. Turn the handle until it engages audibly.
The convertible top is locked.
At higher speeds, a vacuum effect in the
passenger compartment can cause the
convertible top to begin fluttering. Increase the
air flow from the air conditioning or automatic
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