Mini COOPER Convertible, Owner'S Manual

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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF
Releasing the convertible top
Depending on the vehicle model, it
may also be necessary to release the
convertible top in order to close it.
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1. Press the lever with the hexagon wrench
to release the convertible top, see arrow
1, and lift the side frame, see arrow 2.
If necessary, insert an object between
that side frame and the body to prevent
the convertible top from locking again
2. Release the second side frame.
Closing the convertible top
If possible, close the convertible top
with the help of a second person.
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1. Place both hands on the convertible top
on the respective side frame
2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and
swing the convertible top forward onto
the cowl
3. Inside the vehicle, use a screwdriver to
pry out the cover in the center of the
roof.
To close the sliding sunroof
1. Insert the hexagon wrench into the des-
ignated socket in the middle of the roof
2. Knock the hexagon wrench in the direc-
tion of arrow 1 to uncouple the sliding
sunroof mechanism. The hexagon
wrench moves upwards
3. Turn the hexagon wrench in the direc-
tion of arrow 2.
To lock the convertible top
Continue to turn the hexagon wrench until
the convertible top is locked in place.
Please contact your MINI Dealer to
have the electrical malfunction
repaired.
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