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the closing phase is completed, press
against the front section of the convert-
ible top frame from the outside to help
the closing process along. Continue
pressing the switch while doing so until
the top starts up again on its own.<
Operate the convertible top manu-
ally in emergency situations only
to avoid causing damage due to incor-
rect operation.<
If the opening or closing process
has been interrupted, the convert-
ible top will remain in that position for
15 minutes. After that, the convertible
top can be moved again and, if it is an
emergency situation, you may need to
help the top along manually.
This can also be done in ignition key
position 0.
In certain cases, the luggage compart-
ment lid cannot be opened if the open-
ing or closing operation has been inter-
rupted.
driver's door lockRefer to page 33.
Manual closing in the event of an
electrical malfunction1Emergency operation
2Allen wrench
3Recess
Only operate the convertible top
manually when closing it. Never
open it manually since the convertible
top compartment lid cannot be locked,
and would open while you are driving.<
The best way to close the convert-
ible top manually is to stand out-
side the vehicle, keeping the driver's
door open and the driver's seat flipped
forward. No one is to be in the rear seat
during this operation.<
1. Remove the insert between the rear
seats. Take the trim off of the guide
rod and flip it forward. Press down
hard on the emergency lock 1 – see
arrow. After a brief pause, the mech-
anism for the convertible top com-
partment lid will be released
If the mechanism for the convert-
ible top compartment lid does not
unlock, then insert the Allen wrench 2
into the recess 3 and turn clockwise to
release it.<
2. If the luggage compartment lid is
closed, open the convertible top
compartment lid up as far as the stop
will allow
Fully-automatic convertible top*
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115 Loading and transporting
Ski bag*The ski bag allows the safe and clean
transport of up to 4 pairs of standard
skis or up to two snowboards.
The length of the ski bag and the addi-
tional space provided in the luggage
compartment make it possible to carry
skis up to 6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long.
Because of the tapered shape of the
bag, only two pairs of skis longer than
6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m can be carried.
Loading1. Take the safety belts out of their
holders
2. Press button downward – see arrow
– and remove the filler piece by pull-
ing it forward
3. Extend the ski bag between the front
seats. The zipper provides conve-
nient access to stored items. It may
be opened to allow the ski bag to dry
4. Press the release button in the lug-
gage compartment – see arrow
5. Use the magnetic holder to fasten
the cover panel to the back wall.
To store the ski bag, perform the above
steps in reverse sequence.Securing cargo
Secure skis and any other objects
stored in the bag by tightening the
retaining strap at the buckle.<
Be sure that your skis are clean
before loading them into the bag.
Avoid damage from sharp edges during
loading.<
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