User Manual - Page 40

For 2014 ROADSTER.

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The convertible top pivots up when it is
opened and closed. When moving the
convertible top in places like garages, en‐
sure that there is a minimum height of
79 inches/2 meters; otherwise, damage
could result.
When the rollover protection system is ex‐
tended, do not move the convertible top
under any circumstances.
Always carry out the convertible top move‐
ment to the end. Driving when the
convertible top is not fully opened or closed
may result in damage or injury.
During opening and closing, ensure that
people cannot be injured by the convertible
top frame or other moving parts. Keep chil‐
dren away from the opening path of the
convertible top.
For safety reasons, only move the
convertible top while the vehicle is station‐
ary, if possible.
Operation while driving
The convertible top can be opened or closed
while driving at vehicle speeds up to approx.
20 mph/30 km/h.
Pay close attention to the traffic
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 because
your view to the rear is severely limited during
the procedure. Do not operate the convertible
top while the vehicle is moving through curves,
on uneven road surfaces, or in wind.
For better control
The indicator lamp lights up. Movement
of the convertible top is completed. The
convertible top is fully opened.
The indicator lamp lights up. Movement
of the convertible top is completed.
Close the convertible top using the handle.
Malfunction
The convertible top not locked, refer to
page 196, indicator lamp lights up.
Interruption
Danger
A convertible top that is not fully opened
or closed is a source of danger.
The automatic sequence of movements is inter‐
rupted immediately if the switch for convertible
top operation is released. The sequence can be
continued in the desired direction by pushing
or pulling the switch.
When the opening or closing procedure is inter‐
rupted because the switch is released, the
convertible top remains in the position in which
it stopped. The sequence can be continued us‐
ing the switch.
The opening or closing procedure is also inter‐
rupted when it is blocked mechanically. To be
able to reactivate the convertible top in this
case:
1.
Switch the ignition off and on again.
2. Press the switch to continue the sequence
in the desired direction.
Opening and closing the convertible
top
Switch on the radio ready state or the ignition,
refer to page 55.
If possible, conserve the battery by only operat‐
ing the convertible top while the engine is run‐
ning.
Before closing the convertible top, remove all
foreign objects from the windshield frame that
could prevent the top from closing properly.
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Controls
Opening and closing
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