2007 BMW M6 Owner's Manual - Page 44

Opening and closing Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the window's travel path prior to closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would continue closing. Do not install any accessories in the range of movement of the windows, otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired. Convertible: the rear side windows and rear window are not equipped with a pinch protection system. Therefore, watch the rear side windows and the rear window during closing, otherwise injuries can occur.< > Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top. In order to avoid damage, do not move the convertible top at temperatures below +147/-106. Do not leave the convertible top in its storage compartment for longer than one day when wet; otherwise, damage from moisture can occur. Do not place any objects on the convertible top; otherwise, if the top were to be operated, these objects could fall off and lead to damage or injury. Never move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised. Driving without having completed the opening or closing action can lead to damage or injury. Do not place hands in the top mechanism during the opening and closing action. Keep children away from the travel path of the convertible top. For safety reasons, do not move the convertible top unless the vehicle is stationary.< If you have initiated top movement with the vehicle at a stop and then start to drive, e.g. at a traffic light, you can continue the initiated operation up to a speed of 20 mph/ 30 km/h: To do so, press and hold the corresponding button.< Partial vacuums that occur at higher speeds in the passenger compartment can make the convertible top flap. Use the automatic climate control to increase the air volume so that a partial vacuum in the vehicle does not occur.< Closing without pinch protection system In case of danger from outside or if, for example, ice on the window prevents normal closing, proceed as follows: 1. Pull the switch beyond the resistance point and hold. The pinch protection system is limited and the window opens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value. 2. Pull the switch beyond the resistance point and hold again within approx. 4 seconds. The window closes without the pinch protection system. Convertible: Top The fully automatic convertible top combines secure weather protection with simple and convenient operation. Here are a few tips for getting the maximum pleasure from your Convertible: > It is advisable to close the convertible top when the vehicle is parked. The closed convertible top not only protects the passenger compartment from unforeseen weather damage, it also provides a certain amount of protection from theft. Nonetheless, even if the convertible top is closed, only keep valuables in the locked luggage compartment. Prior to opening and closing > Observe the safety precautions above. > Ensure that the convertible top compartment floor in the luggage compartment is folded down, refer to page 37, as otherwise the convertible top cannot be opened. > Make sure that the luggage compartment lid is closed. 42 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 775 - © 08/08 BMW AG