2010 BMW 135 Owner's Manual - Page 40

Opening and closing into the opening provided. Move the glass roof in the desired direction. over protection system is in the activated position. Always fully complete a convertible top movement. Driving with the convertible top incompletely opened or closed can result in damage or injury. Do not reach into the mechanism during the opening or closing procedure. Keep children away from the opening/closing path of the convertible top. For safety reasons, only move the convertible top when the vehicle is stationary, if possible.< The convertible top swings upward when opening and closing. When operating the convertible top in a garage, under a bridge, etc., ensure that there are at least 6 ft 7 in/2 m of headroom; otherwise, the vehicle may be damaged.< 6. Reattach the lamp cover and reinstall the control unit. Convertible: top The fully automatic top combines reliable weather protection with simple and easy-touse operation. The following tips will enhance your driving pleasure in your Convertible: > It is advisable that you close the convertible top when you park the vehicle. Not only does the closed top protect the vehicle interior against unanticipated weather damage, it also offers a certain amount of theft protection. However, even when the top is closed, valuables should only be stored in the locked cargo area. > Do not attach roof-mounted luggage systems to the convertible top. > If the top is opened while it is wet, e.g. after driving in the rain, water may drip into the cargo area. If necessary, remove items from the cargo area beforehand to avoid water stains or soiling. At temperatures below +147/-106, do not move the convertible top as this could result in damage. Do not keep the convertible top in the convertible top box for longer than one day if it is wet; otherwise, the moisture may cause damage. Do not place objects on the convertible top, as otherwise they may fall off when you operate the convertible top and cause damage or injury. Never move the convertible top when the roll38 Before opening and closing > Comply with the safety precautions described above. > Ensure that the cargo area partition is folded down and engaged on both sides, refer to page 102; otherwise, it will not be possible to open the convertible top. > Ensure that the cargo does not press against the cargo area partition from below. > Ensure that the trunk lid is closed. Opening and closing Convertible top operation with Comfort Access, refer also to page 28. As of radio readiness, refer to page 55: If possible, conserve the battery by only operating the convertible top when the engine is running. Before closing the convertible top, remove all foreign objects from the windshield frame as Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 846 - © 08/09 BMW AG