2011 1 Series Owner's Manual without iDrive - Irvine BMW

If the top is opened while it is wet, e.g. afterdriving in the rain, water may drip into thecargo area. If necessary, remove items fromthe cargo area beforehand to avoid waterstains or soiling.At temperatures below +147/–106, donot move the convertible top as this couldresult in damage.Do not keep the convertible top in the convertibletop box for longer than one day if it is wet;otherwise, the moisture may cause damage.Do not place objects on the convertible top, asotherwise they may fall off when you operatethe convertible top and cause damage or injury.Never move the convertible top when the rolloverprotection system is in the activated position.Always fully complete a convertible top movement.Driving with the convertible top incompletelyopened or closed can result in damageor injury.Do not reach into the mechanism during theopening or closing procedure. Keep childrenaway from the opening/closing path of the convertibletop.For safety reasons, only move the convertibletop when the vehicle is stationary, if possible. Ensure that the cargo area partition isfolded down and engaged on both sides,refer to page 98; otherwise, it will not bepossible to open the convertible top.> Ensure that the cargo does not pressagainst the cargo area partition from below.> Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.Opening and closingConvertible top operation with Comfort Access,refer also to page 20.As of radio readiness, refer to page 48:If possible, conserve the battery by onlyoperating the convertible top when theengine is running.Before closing the convertible top, remove allforeign objects from the windshield frame asthese could prevent the hardtop from closingproperly.