2008 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 45

Opening and closing For information on top operation with comfort access, also refer to page 37. From radio readiness, refer to page 58, with the vehicle stationary: To avoid putting excessive strain on the battery, only move the convertible top when the engine is running if possible. Before closing the convertible top, remove foreign objects from the windshield frame, as these might inhibit closing of the convertible top.< > If the LED lights up red when the button is pressed, either the convertible top compartment floor in the luggage compartment is in the raised position or a malfunction has occurred. The convertible top cannot be moved. 1 2 3 Closing LED Opening When the button for operating the convertible top is pressed, the side windows move downward slightly and the rear window is lowered completely. If you hold down the button after the LED 2 goes out, then the windows travel upward again. If the convertible top is not completely open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened.< Convenient operation with remote control and via door lock Refer to pages 31 and 32. Closing manually 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.< LED In the following situations, in addition to the LED, a message is displayed on the Control Display and an acoustic signal may sound: > During convertible top operation, the LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as the opening or closing action is finished. > If the LED flashes red when you release the button, the opening or closing action has not yet finished. Before closing 2. Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 223. 3. Pry out the two buttons in the luggage compartment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly. This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. Mobility Reference 1. Open luggage compartment lid. 43 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 242 - © 08/07 BMW AG Communications Entertainment If the convertible top is not completely open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened.< 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.< Driving tips The automatic sequence of movements is interrupted 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