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Convertible top—
—Convertible top precautions
z Do not raise or lower the convert-
ible top when the temperature is
below 5°C (41°F), or damage to the
top material or rear window may
result. If necessary to do so, warm
the vehicle in a heated garage prior
to operating the convertible top
mechanism.
D Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the igni-
tion key still inserted. They could
use the moon roof switches and get
trapped in the roof opening. Unat-
tended children can become in-
volved in serious accidents.
CAUTION
D When raising or lowering the con-
vertible top, keep hands clear from
the hinges of the top side rails and
any part of the top linkage.
D The vehicle should never be driven
with the convertible top partially
lowered. Make sure the top has
been either fully latched to the
windshield frame or fully lowered
before driving.
D Never sit on top of the vehicle
around the roof opening.
z Do not lower the convertible top if
the top is damp or wet. Possible
interior water damage, water stains
or mildew of the top material may
result.
z When the convertible top is com-
pletely lowered, keep the rear win-
dow defogger turned off to avoid
damage to the convertible top.
NOTICE
z Make sure there are no items or
packages between the rear seatback
and the convertible top storage area
when raising or lowering the con-
vertible top. Even small items may
interfere with convertible top opera-
tion and can cause damage.
z Do not sit or place excessive
weight on the convertible top; when
the top is up or down, damage to
the top may result.
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