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

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Opening convertible top:

Depending on the nature of the technical fault, perform one of the following tasks before opening the convertible top.

All the tasks may be necessary in a few cases.

Open side windows

Automatic convertible top catch:

Press in cover (1) at top slightly and lever out towards bottom.
Turn screw with double offset hexagon socket key (onboard tool kit).

Fig 1: Pressing In Cover At Top Slightly And Lever Out Towards Bottom
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Convertible top hydraulics:

Open rear lid.
On left side, pull ring (1) to center and turn through 90°.
Place ring on holder (2).

Fig 2: Pulling Ring To Center
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Opening convertible top:

If necessary, open convertible top by hand.
When opening the convertible top by hand, only grip in the middle of the front edge of the front bow.

Fig 3: Identifying Convertible Top
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Closing convertible top:

Depending on the nature of the technical fault, perform one of the following tasks before closing the convertible top.

All the tasks may be necessary in a few cases.

Open side windows

Stowage lock:

Open rear lid.
Pull knob (1) towards rear on luggage compartment panel.

Fig 4: Opening Rear Lid
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Convertible top hydraulics:

Open rear lid.
On left side, pull ring (1) to center and turn through 90°.
Place ring on holder (2).

Fig 5: Placing Ring On Holder
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Automatic convertible top catch:

Press in cover (1) at top slightly and lever out towards bottom.
Turn screw with double offset hexagon socket key (onboard tool kit).

Fig 6: Pressing In Cover At Top Slightly And Lever Out Towards Bottom
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Closing convertible top:

If necessary, close convertible top by hand.
When closing the convertible top by hand, only grip in the middle of the front edge of the front bow.

Fig 7: Closing Convertible Top
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