Black plate (70,1)
NOTE
Points to remember when storing the
detachable hardtop.
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Do not place the hardtop on a hard
surface, such as concrete or asphalt.
Place it on a cushioning material,
such as an old blanket.
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Be sure the top and side latches are
locked.
l
Do not lean the hardtop against a
wall or stand it in an unstable way.
l
Store the hardtop in a dry clean area,
and cover it with a soft material,
such as an old blanket.
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Installing the Detachable
Hardtop
CAUTION
Do not attempt to install the hardtop
with the convertible top also up.
Lower the convertible top before
installing the hardtop, otherwise
damage will occur to the convertible
top.
NOTE
l
Be sure to place the convertible top
latches in the locked position.
l
Make sure the convertible top is
completely lowered before installing
the hardtop. Also confirm that the
rear window defroster coupler is
disconnected.
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. Unlock the top latches and the side
latches on the hardtop.
Top latch assembly
Slide latch assembly
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