Mini 2009 Cooper Convertible - Manual (Page 26)

Opening and closing
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MINI Convertible
The maximum load that may be placed on
the open trunk lid is 175 lbs/80 kg.
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Manual release with the MINI
Convertible
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
also unlock the tailgate manually.
1. Use the integrated key and open the back-
rest 1 lock.
2. Press button 2 and fold down backrest
together with the belt strap.
3. Pull the handle, see arrow. The tailgate is
released.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the tail-
gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
occur. <
The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of
the tailgate make it easier to pull it down.
Alarm system*
The principle
The alarm system, when activated, reacts if:
> A door, the engine compartment lid or the
tailgate is opened
> There is movement inside the car
> The car's inclination changes, for instance if
an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the
wheels or to raise it prior to towing away
> There is an interruption in the power supply
from the battery
The alarm system briefly indicates unauthorized
entry or tampering by means of:
> An acoustic alarm
> Switching on the hazard warning flashers
Arming and disarming
Whenever the car is locked or unlocked, the
alarm system is armed or disarmed.
Even when the alarm system is armed, you can
open the tailgate by means of the
button
on the remote control.
When you subsequently close the tailgate it is
again locked and monitored.
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