2008 BMW M6 Owner's Manual - Page 44

Opening and closing 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.< Before closing 1. Open luggage compartment lid. 2. Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 216. 3. Pry out the two buttons in the luggage compartment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly. This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. 2. Insert the Allen wrench as far as possible into the opening and turn firmly in the direction indicated by the arrow until the rear window is completely open. Closing Perform the following work steps with the assistance of a second person and with the doors open, otherwise injury and damage to the convertible top can occur.< 1. Push the cover 1 on the left and right of the side panel forward. Reach into the resulting openings and raise the convertible top compartment lid 2 as far as it will go. 4. Close luggage compartment lid. During manual convertible top operation, 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. 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. 2. Grasp the top with both hands at the left and right side frame, arrow 3. 42 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG