Power top
Normal operation
General information
The power top is designed for quick and easy operation. The power
top opens and closes automatically by itself . When the top is fo lded
dow n, it is stored in a special compartment and hidden under a
cover.
The power top is both wind - and waterproof under normal oper -
ating conditions . Only under extreme weather conditions, for
examp le, a violent burst of rain or torrentia l rainfall, can a few drops
of water possibly form inside the roof. This is normal and no cause
for concern.
To maintain the appearance of the power roof and to keep it water -
proof , read the information on roof care in=> page
233, "Power top
care". In addition to t his, please note the following:
• Always open or close the power roof on ly when it is clean . Other-
wise particles of dirt can scratch the rear window when the power
top fo lds down . The particles can chafe and damage the fabric over
a period of time. It is also important to remove ice and snow before
opening the power roof.
• Do not use a sharp object or any other tools, which cou ld scratch
t he fabr ic when removing ice or snow. A normal ice scraper can be
used to remove ice from the rear window.
• The power roof should be opened only when it is completely dry .
If you open and store the power roof when it is wet, unsight ly marks
or mildew can form if left for long per iods of time .
• Never leave the roof open for severa l weeks at a time. You should
close it occasiona lly to prevent discoloration in the folds of the
fabric and to allow the creases to smooth out. This is especially
impor tant if t he top has once been stored away when it was not
completely dry .
Controls and equip -
ment
Po w e r top
• Do not open the power when it is colder than 32 °F (0 °C). At
these temperatures, the fabric is less flexible .
L1}. WARNING
• For safety reasons never open or close the power top when the
vehicle is moving .
• Never drive the vehicle without the power top securely locked
in the closed position . If it is not firml y engaged, the top can be
blown open by the airstream and cause injuries and damage to the
vehi cle. - Risk of crash!
• When opening and closing the power top make sure to keep
yourself and other s clear of all moving part s. Risk of injury!
• During operat ion of the power top the head clearance in the
rear of the vehi cle is reduced. Alw ays make sure that rear seat
passengers keep clear of the power top as it is being opened or
closed. Risk of injury!
[ i ] Tip s
• The power top can only be operated w ith the ignition switched
on.
• To avoid unnecessary strain on the battery, you should not open
and close the top several times in a row when the engine is not
running.
• The display in t he inst rument cluster will indicate if a protective
feature of the power top has been activated or if a malfunction
occurs ~ page
64.
• In case of a ma lfunction the power top can be operated manu-
ally. This is intended for a limited time only ~ page
68, "Opera te the
power top manually" . The cause of the malfunction should be
tracked down and repaired by an aut ho rized Aud i deale r as soon as
possible . _.,
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