User Manual - Page 107

For 2010 CONVERTIBLE W/ MINI CONNECTED.

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MOBILITY AT A GLANCECONTROLSDRIVING TIPSENTERTAINMENT
105
NAVIGATIONREFERENCE
Loading aid
When the convertible top is closed, you can load
the vehicle more easily by releasing the convert-
ible top and folding it up.
1. Release the convertible top using the han-
dles, see arrows 1.
2. Lift the convertible top, see arrow 2.
3. Fold back the handles and place them on
holders 3.
Expanding the luggage compartment
volume
You can enlarge the luggage compartment vol-
ume when the convertible top is closed.
1. Fold the convertible top upwards, refer to
Loading aid.
2. Pull luggage compartment roller cover rear-
ward out of the lower brackets and pivot
upward, see arrows 1,
3. Push cover into the upper storage areas, see
arrows 2 and place down horizontally.
To operate the convertible top, move the
cargo bay cover back to its lower posi-
tion.<
Through-loading system
To be able to transport larger objects, the rear
backrest can be folded down.
1. If necessary, use the integrated key and
open the backrest lock 1.
2. Press button 2 and fold down backrest
together with the belt strap.
3. Fold the backrest forward.
When folding the backrest back into its
original position, always ensure that the
catch engages securely. A loose backrest might
fail to prevent cargo from entering the passen-
ger compartment during sudden braking or eva-
sive maneuvers, posing a potential hazard to
occupants.
The belt guide loop, refer to page 45, must be
closed.<
Determining cargo limit
1. Locate the following statement on your
vehicle's placard
*
:
The combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg or YYY lbs. Otherwise, the vehicle
may be damaged and unstable driving con-
ditions may result.<
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 501 - © 02/10 BMW AG
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