BMW 2007 328i Convertible Owner's Manual

Page of 272
 41
4.
Unplug the motor. Considerably less effort 
will be required for manual operation.
5.
Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the 
onboard tool kit, refer to page
, into the 
opening provided. Move the glass roof in 
the desired direction.
6.
Reinstall the control unit and reattach the 
lamp cover.
Convertible: retractable 
hardtop
The retractable hardtop combines reliable 
weather protection with simple and convenient 
operation.
The following tips will enhance your driving 
pleasure in your convertible:
>
It is advisable that you close the retractable 
hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not only 
does the closed hardtop protect the vehicle 
interior against unanticipated weather dam-
age, it also offers theft protection. However, 
even when the hardtop is closed, valuables 
should only be stored in the locked cargo 
bay.
>
Do not attach roof rack systems to the 
retractable hardtop, and in particular do not 
attach magnetic racks.
>
Do not attach rack systems to the luggage 
compartment lid, and in particular do not 
attach magnetic racks.
>
When the retractable hardtop is operated, 
the luggage compartment lid swivels out 
backwards and upwards. Before operating 
the retractable hardtop, ensure that the 
necessary space is clear, e.g. when parking 
in front of a wall.
>
If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g. 
after driving in the rain, water may drip into 
the cargo bay. If necessary, remove items 
from the cargo bay beforehand to avoid 
water stains or soiling.
Do not place any objects on the retract-
able hardtop or on the luggage compart-
ment lid, otherwise they could fall during move-
ments of the retractable hardtop and cause 
damage or injury.
Never move the retractable hardtop when the 
rollover protection system is in the activated 
position.
Driving when the hardtop is not fully opened or 
closed may result in damage or injury.
Do not reach into the mechanism while the 
hardtop is opening or closing. Keep children 
away from the swiveling area of the retractable 
hardtop.
<
The retractable hardtop cannot be moved 
at temperatures below +14
7/–106. A 
message appears on the Control Display.
<
The retractable hardtop can only be 
opened and closed when the vehicle is 
stationary. To avoid causing damage, do not 
drive off until the hardtop has stopped mov-
ing.
<
Before opening and closing
>
Comply with the safety precautions 
described above.
>
Ensure that the cargo bay partition is folded 
down and engaged on both sides, refer to 
page
, otherwise it will not be possible 
to open the retractable hardtop.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 670 - © 02/07 BMW AG