Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
41 00... Procedure For Folding Roof After An Accident: Notes
The folding roof may be under tension after the vehicle has incurred damage following an accident. Moving the folding roof by hydraulic means may result in irreparable damage. For this reason, the folding roof may only be moved manually until the damaged has been repaired.
Different procedures are required, depending on the degree of damage which the vehicle has incurred. The repair instructions for emergency actuation describe only the complete sequences for manually opening and closing the folding roof.
When removing the roof module and/or the rear end module, it is possible to move the folding roof manually into the necessary intermediate positions in each case.
Since the hydraulic system may have to be depressurized during manual movement of the folding roof, there is an increased risk of injury by trapping. Always secure the folding roof adequately against unintentional movement.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.