2006 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 44

> If the LED lights up red when the button is pressed, either the floor of the convertible top storage compartment in the luggage compartment is in the raised position or a malfunction has occurred. The convertible top cannot be moved. Before closing 1. Open luggage compartment lid. 2. Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 197. 3. Pry out the two buttons in the luggage compartment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly. This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. Convenience operation with the remote control and via the door lock Refer to pages 30 and 32. Opening rear window manually 1. Pry out the cover between the rear head restraints. To do so, place the screwdriver as close as possible to the locking elements, as shown in the illustration. Manual closing Only close the convertible top manually if absolutely necessary; never open it manually. The convertible top compartment lid cannot be locked in the event of an electrical malfunction and would open while the vehicle is being driven. Improper handling can lead to damage.< 2. Insert the Allen wrench as far as possible into the opening and turn firmly in the direc- 43 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment If the convertible top is not completely open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened.< 5. Completely open the side windows and the rear window. If the rear window cannot be opened using the switch, it must be lowered manually. Navigation A convertible top which is not completely opened or closed presents a danger. Do not interrupt and continue the closing action several times in succession; otherwise, the top mechanism can be damaged.< 4. Close luggage compartment lid. During manual convertible top operation, the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened.< Driving tips The automatic sequence of movements is interrupted immediately if the button for top operation is released. The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the appropriate button. If the opening or closing action is interrupted for a longer period, the convertible top remains in that position for approx. 15 minutes before it slowly moves to a stable position. Controls Interruption At a glance