54 34 ... Opening/closing convertible top in event of a technical fault

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IMPORTANT: Always conduct convertible top movements with the assistance of a second person (risk of damage).
Make sure force is always exerted uniformly to the convertible top sides otherwise the frame will be bent.
Front doors must be permanently opened.

Unlocking convertible top lock:

Lever out cover (1) towards bottom
Insert double L-shaped Allen key (car's tool kit) into screw
Unlock lock on cowl panel by turning

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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Unlocking convertible top compartment lid:

Open rear lid.
Pop actuator button (1) on left and right out of luggage compartment trim panel.
Pull actuator button (1) on left and right and unlock convertible top compartment lid.

Fig 2: Pulling Actuator Button

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Opening convertible top by hand:

Lower rear window
Unlock and raise front bow
Unlock convertible top compartment lid
Raise fins and front bow with counterpressure
Open and support convertible top compartment lid
Fold convertible top under supports of fins and stow in convertible top compartment
Close convertible top compartment lid

Fig 3: Unlocking Convertible Top Compartment Lid

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IMPORTANT: Convertible top compartment lid cannot be locked manually. Move vehicle at low speed only.

Closing convertible top by hand:

Unlock and open convertible top compartment lid
Lift convertible top at main pillars out of convertible top compartment
Bend fins and close convertible top compartment lid
Lower front bow and fins (tension)
Lock convertible top lock

Fig 4: Unlocking Convertible Top Compartment Lid

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