User Manual - Page 47

For 2013 BMW 135IS CONVERTIBLE.

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Controls Opening and closing
If the opening or closing procedure is inter-
rupted 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 which is not completely
open or closed is hazardous.<
If the convertible top is not fully opened or
closed, the trunk lid cannot be opened
and the windows cannot be moved.<
Convenient opening and closing using
the remote control
Refer to page 34.
Closing manually
Only close the convertible top manually if
it is absolutely necessary. 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.
Only move the convertible top and the convert-
ible top box cover when the ignition is switched
off.
Before closing
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Take the screwdriver out of the onboard
vehicle tool kit, refer to page 243.
3. If the convertible top box cover is locked,
release the two buttons in the trunk,
arrows 1, using the screwdriver and pull
forcefully all the way out. The convertible
top box cover is unlocked.
After unlocking, do not push the
buttons back into the luggage
compartment trim panel.<
4. When the top is closed manually, it is no
longer possible to open the trunk lid. Take
urgently needed items out of the luggage
compartment and close the trunk lid.
5. Switch off ignition.
Closing
1. Slide the protective cap, arrow 2, forward.
2. Slowly and smoothly open the convertible
top box cover all the way, arrow 3.
3. The locking pins must have engaged com-
pletely. If they are still visible: close the con-
vertible top box cover as far as necessary
until the locking bolts engage audibly, then
slowly open the cover. During this process,
do not close the convertible top box cover
completely.
Online Edition for Part no. 01402911223 - © 06/13 BMW AG
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