The convertible top is opened in just 15 seconds at the touch of a button (without first having to be unlocked).
The convertible top has an integrated folding sunroof.
The folding sunroof can be opened freely to any position, also during vehicle operation (up to a speed of 120
km/h). The maximum opening of the folding sunroof is approx. 40 centimeters.
When the convertible top is opened, the folding sunroof is opened first. The side windows are then lowered and
the roof pillars are automatically retracted.
The Z-shaped fold allows the convertible top to be folded away in a small space behind the rear seats. An
additional cover is not necessary as the Z-shaped fold makes the convertible top cover itself.
The convertible top includes a heated rear glass window.
The fully automatic convertible top is controlled by the convertible top module (CVM).
A new feature on the MINI Convertible is the luggage compartment loading aid: The tensioning bracket can be
raised by hand slightly to make it easier to load the luggage compartment (see Vehicle Owners Manual).
Modifications (from manufacturers date 09/2005)
From this point in time onwards, the convertible top has a stowage lock. This means that the convertible top is
locked when it is opened and folded away. This in turn means that the convertible top is reliably held, even in
extremely unfavorable circumstances in an accident.
The convertible top is fitted with 2 additional microswitches and 2 additional drives (actuators) for the stowage
lock.
Brief description of components
The components that supply input signals for the electrohydraulic convertible top are as follows:
1. Hall sensors for convertible top movement
The following 5 Hall sensors are used to identify the position of the convertible top:
Hall sensor for folding sunroof closed.
Hall sensor for folding sunroof open (position during vehicle operation).
Hall sensor for catch hook.
Hall sensor for convertible top closed.
Hall sensor for convertible top open.
The 5 Hall sensors tell the convertible top module which position the convertible top and folding sunroof
are in. See OVERVIEW OF HALL SENSORS IN CONVERTIBLE TOP .
2006 MINI Cooper
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