Black plate (63,1)
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Before lowering or raising the top, stop
in a safe place off the right-of-way and
park on a level surface.
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Make sure nothing is on the top or near
the back window when raising or
lowering the top.
Even small objects may interfere and
cause damage.
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When lowering the top, make sure
objects inside the vehicle aren't blown
away by the wind.
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Secure all loose objects inside before
driving with the top down.
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To help prevent burglary or vandalism
and to ensure that the passenger
compartment stays dry, close the top
securely and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle.
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Don't drive through an automatic car
wash; it may damage the top.
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Don't raise or lower the top when the
temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this
will damage the top material.
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Don't lower the top when it's wet. If the
top dries while folded, it will
deteriorate and shrink.
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Lowering the top while it's wet can
also cause water to drip into the
passenger compartment.
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Don't raise or lower the top when the
wind is strong; the wind could damage
the top.
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Lowering the Convertible Top
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
firmly set the parking brake.
2. Lower the side windows, then turn off
the ignition.
3. Pull down the sunvisors.
Sunvisor
Sunvisor
4. Remove all objects in the top storage
area.
WARNING
Objects in the Storage Area:
Putting heavy or sharp objects in the
top storage area is dangerous.
During a sudden stop or collision, they
can become projectiles that might hit
and injure passengers.
Don't place heavy or sharp objects in
the top storage area.
5. Push the unlock buttons and fully
release the top latches.
Unlock button
Top latch
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