Electric Retractable Hardtop: Overview

Overview




The electric retractable hardtop consists of two link systems, one for the roof and one for the trunk lid. Three roof sections and the parcel shelf are on the roof's link system. The trunk lid's upper and lower sections are on the trunk lid's link system.
When the roof is opened, the roof sections are placed on top of each other in the cargo compartment. The rear roof section with rear windshield comes to rest on the top, the front roof section in the middle and the roof's center section at the bottom.
The roof is operated using a hydraulic system that is controlled by the Convertible Roof Module (CRM).
The roof can be opened/closed manually in an emergency. The ignition must be off. Instructions for emergency opening/closing the roof are found in VIDA under Repair/General information.
This document only describes the mechanical and hydraulic components of the roof. For information about sensors and the control module, see Design and Function, Convertible Roof Module (CRM).