54 90... Troubleshooting, Automatic Convertible Top

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 54 90... Troubleshooting, Automatic Convertible Top
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Fault Cause Movement Remedy
Convertible top does not open or close Battery voltage is < 11.5 V opening and closing Charge battery or run engine
Outside temperature too low opening and closing Bring outside temperature above -12°C
Hydraulic pump motor temperature too high opening and closing Hydraulic pump motor ≤ 90°C
Terminal "R" not switched on opening and closing Switch on terminal "R", check fuse terminal "R"
Convertible top not unlocked opening and closing Emergency actuation
Rear lid not closed opening and closing Close rear lid.
Speed > 40 km/h opening and closing Slow vehicle down to complete standstill
Convertible top compartment not completely lowered opening and closing Lower convertible top compartment
Door windows not lowered Opening Lower rear side windows completely and front side window slightly
Fuses defective opening and closing Check fuses
Leads interrupted opening and closing Refer to DIAGNOSIS 
Plug connections interrupted opening and closing Check plug connections, repair if necessary
Control unit defective opening and closing Refer to DIAGNOSIS 
Hall sensor fault opening and closing Refer to DIAGNOSIS 
RENDER: 1.0x

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