2. Microswitch for rear shelf and microswitch for tensioning bar
The microswitch for the rear shelf tells the convertible top module (CVM) whether the rear shelf (parcel
shelf) is in the lowermost position. This lowermost position is a required condition for the convertible top
to be folded away.
The microswitch for the tensioning bar tells the convertible top module (CVM) whether the tensioning
bar is locked (required condition for convertible top to be folded away). For this to happen, the loading
aid (tensioning bar) must be locked.
3. Microswitch for stowage lock left and microswitch for stowage lock right from manufacturer date
09/2005
The two microswitches tell the Convertible Top Module (CVM) whether the roof pillar is locked on the
left and right.
Only when this process is complete is the convertible top considered to be open.
The two microswitches are connected separately to the convertible top module (each microswitch has
separate input).
4. Convertible top control panel
The control panel on the cowl tells the convertible top module to "open" or "close" the convertible top.
The convertible top control panel has 2 buttons: The "Open convertible top" and the "Close convertible
top" buttons.
The control LED in the "Close convertible top" button indicates that the convertible top is moving.
Additional control functions for the convertible top are described under the heading "Operation".
The following control units are involved in the operation of the electrohydraulic convertible top:
5. CVM: Convertible top module
The convertible top module (CVM) controls all electrical and hydraulic functions of the convertible top.
The convertible top module is connected to the K-bus. Convertible top module is installed on rear left
side panel (removal of rear seat and side trim is necessary). There are 4 relays fitted next to convertible
top module.
2 relays for the convertible top drive.
2 relays for the drive for locking the catch hooks and for the folding sunroof.
From 9-2005, stowage lock relay is located under stowage lock drive.
NOTE: From manufacturer date 09/2005 there are 2 microswitches wired in series.
2006 MINI Cooper
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