2008 BMW 1 Series Owner's Manual - Page 42

Opening and closing After switching off the ignition When the remote control is removed or the ignition is switched off, you can still operate the roof for approx. 1 minute. 2. On both sides, use the screwdriver to press on the clip inside the opening. Pinch protection system If the glass roof encounters an obstruction during closing from approximately the middle of the opening in the roof, or during closing from the raised position, the closing movement is interrupted and the glass roof is opened again slightly. Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the roof's travel path prior to closing it, otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the roof would continue closing.< 3. Remove the control unit. 4. Unplug the motor. Considerably less effort will be required for manual operation. Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, press the switch forward past the resistance point and hold it there. The roof closes without pinch protection. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is a possibility that the glass roof can only be raised. The system must be initialized. BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center. 5. Insert the Allen wrench* supplied with the onboard tool kit, refer to page 216, into the opening provided. Move the glass roof in the desired direction. Closing manually* In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the glass roof manually: 1. Unclip the front of the cover of the interior lamps using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 216. 6. Reattach the lamp cover and reinstall the control unit. Convertible: top The fully automatic top combines reliable weather protection with simple and convenient operation. 40 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 691 - © 11/07 BMW AG