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E46iC MANUAL TOP
The E46iC - 323 Model is equipped with a manual top as standard equipment. Raising or lowering the top
frame assembly is carried out by hand. However, the manual top features an electrically operated storage
cover lock system. The unlocking/locking of the storage cover is a function of the general module.
The frame of the manual top is similar to the fully automatic system, with two piston dampers mounted on
the assembly to aid in its operation. The front of the top frame features a manual handle that is used to oper-
ate the cowl locks on the left and right sides.
MANUAL TOP STORAGE COVER OPERATION
The storage cover locking assembly consists of the following components:
• General Module
• Switch assembly
• Storage Cover Motor assembly - with hall sensor and bowden cables
• Two Storage Cover Locks - with a hall sensor
• Variable Top Storage Compartment Floor - micro switch
When the button is pressed to unlock the storage cover, the GM will lower the windows and
activate the relay to unlock the storage cover. After raising the tension bow, the storage
cover is raised manually and the top is lowered into the storage compartment. The storage
cover is then lowered onto the locks and the signals from the storage cover hall sensors
will signal the GM to relock the cover.
The signal from the variable storage compartment floor micro switch will prevent the stor-
age cover from opening when the floor is in the open position.
The GM will lock out the operation of the storage cover lock motor whenever the trunk is
opened.
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