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▷Do not leave the open convertible top in
the convertible top well longer than one
day while the top is still wet; otherwise,
damage could result due to moisture.▷When opening the convertible top, make
sure there are no foreign bodies on top of
it.▷The convertible top pivots up during open‐
ing and closing. When the top is moved,
e.g., in garages, make sure that there is a
minimum height of 79 inches/2 meters;
otherwise, it damages may result.▷Do not place any objects on the convertible
top, otherwise, they could fall and cause
damage or injuries.▷When the rollover protection system is ex‐
tended, do not under any circumstances
move the convertible top.▷Always open or close the convertible top
completely. Convertible top and
convertible top well storage cover are
locked in the final positions. Driving with
the convertible tope or convertible top well
storage cover unlocked can result in dam‐
age.▷Do not reach into the convertible top
mechanism during the opening and closing
operation. Keep children away from the
opening path of the convertible top, other‐
wise, there is a risk of injury.▷When the convertible top is opened during
driving, be alert to traffic; otherwise, it may
result in an accident. If possible, do not
move the convertible top while driving in
reverse because rearward vision is se‐
verely impaired while the convertible top is
in motion. During windy conditions, do not
operate the convertible top while driving.
Do not drive faster than 30 mph/50 km/h;
otherwise, vehicle damage may occur.▷Do not attach any roof carrier systems;
otherwise, an accident may occur.◀Functional requirements
The ignition or radio ready state must be
switched on.
It is not possible to start the engine and oper‐
ate the convertible top simultaneously. When
the engine is started, the convertible top
movement is briefly interrupted.
Under the following conditions, the convertible
top movement cannot be moved and a Check
Control message is displayed.▷Cargo area partition is flipped up.▷Trunk lid is open.▷External temperature is too low.▷Vehicle system too low.▷Convertible top drive is overheating.▷Movement of the convertible top not al‐
lowed because of national regulations.▷Vehicle speed is too high.
Before opening and closing
▷Follow the safety instructions for the
convertible top.▷Make sure that the cargo area partition in
the cargo area is folded down.▷Make sure that the cargo does not push
against the cargo area partition from be‐
low.▷Make sure that the trunk lid is closed.
Convertible top switch
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Connection for an external audio
device
.
Description, see user's manual
for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication.
Cupholders
Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐
tainers into the cupholders. This may result in
damage.◀
Manual transmission: center console
A cupholder is located on the center console.
Manual transmission: center armrest
A cupholder is located in the center armrest
compartment.
To open: press the buttons next to the lock.
Center console
To open: press on the cover.
Storage compartments in the
cargo area
Net Small objects can be stowed in the net on the
rear cargo area trim.
Lashing eyes To secure the cargo, refer to page 159, there
are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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MaintenanceVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
BMW Maintenance System The maintenance system directs you to re‐
quired maintenance measures and thereby
supports you in maintaining road safety and
the operational reliability of the vehicle.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service deter‐
mines the maintenance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance you need to your user
profile.
Details on the service requirements, refer to
page 85, can be displayed on the Control Dis‐
play.
Service data in the remote control
Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control.
Your service center will read out this data and
suggest the right array of service procedures
for your vehicle.
Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐
mote control with which the vehicle was driven
most recently.Storage periods
Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐
tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐
count.
If this occurs, have a service center update the
time-dependent maintenance procedures,
such as checking brake fluid and, if necessary,
changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
Service booklet Perform maintenance work at the service cen‐
ter, and record the work in the service booklet.
The entries are proof of regular maintenance.
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els for additional information on service re‐
quirements.
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have reg‐
ular maintenance procedures recorded in the
vehicle's Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐
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