2010 BMW 135 Owner's Manual - Page 41

these could prevent the hardtop from closing properly.< > If the right-hand LED lights up red when the button is pressed, the cargo area partition is raised, the trunk lid is not closed or there is a malfunction. The convertible top cannot be moved. Interruption The automatic sequence of movements is interrupted if the button for the convertible top operation is released. The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by pushing or pulling the buttons. If the opening or closing procedure is interrupted for an extended period, the convertible top remains in the raised position for approx. 10 minutes and then slowly moves to a stable position. A convertible top that is not fully opened or closed is a safety hazard.< If the convertible top is not fully opened or closed, the trunk lid cannot be opened and the windows cannot be moved.< Controls Reference Mobility 39 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 846 - © 08/09 BMW AG 1 2 3 Push button: close convertible top Push button: open convertible top LEDs The side windows move down when the convertible top is opened.< Operation while driving You can open or close the convertible top while driving, as long as the car is not moving faster than approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. If you accelerate to over 30 mph/50 km/h while the convertible top is moving, the procedure is interrupted. When operating the convertible top while driving, pay extra attention to the traffic to avoid an accident. If possible, do not move the convertible top while driving in reverse gear, because your view to the rear is severely limited during the procedure. Do not operate the convertible top while driving in windy conditions. Do not drive faster than 30 mph/50 km/h; otherwise, damage to the vehicle can occur.< Refer to pages 28 and 29. Closing manually Only close the convertible top manually if it is absolutely necessary, and never open it manually. The convertible top box cover cannot be locked if there is an electrical defect and would then open while the vehicle is in motion. Incorrect handling can result in damage.< Closing the convertible top manually should be performed by two people. The rear seats must not be occupied. LEDs > While the convertible top is being operated, the left LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as the top is fully opened or closed. In the following situations, a message appears on the Control Display or an acoustic signal sounds in addition to the LED lighting up: > If the right-hand LED flashes red when you release the button, the opening or closing action has not yet finished. Communications Entertainment Convenient operation with remote control or via door lock Navigation Driving tips At a glance