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7. Check to make sure that the handles are locked in
place.
8. Repeat this procedure on both sides of the vehicle.
9. Insert the front locking handles located near the sun
visors in the proper holes and turn them to the right
one quarter turn.
NOTE:
•
Do not attach a roof rack on the soft top.
•
Do not keep the soft top folded for long periods of
time.
•
Do not remove ice from the top with a sharp object.
•
Do not put objects on the top. The object could fall if
the top is operated causing damage and injury.
•
The cooled air flow into the passenger compartment
may decrease if the automatic climate control system
is on and the top is not all the way closed.
Handles In Locked Position
Handles In Locked Position
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•
With the top open and the vehicle travelling, the
speech recognition system along with the dial num-
ber command, may not be recognized because of the
background noise if equipped.
•
With the top installed at speeds higher than 80 mph
(130 km/h), optimal comfort may not be achieved.
The top fabric is treated with a special water repellent,
waterproof product. The water-repellent properties
will degrade in time with exposure to the weather
elements.
Observe
the
following
instructions
for
washing:
NOTE:
•
Use of specific products is recommended for washing
the top.
•
Bird droppings must be washed off immediately and
thoroughly as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
•
Never use high-pressure washing systems.
•
Hand washing is recommended; modern automatic
washing systems equipped with soft brushes which
do not apply excessive pressure and employ specific
soft top products may be used.
•
When using steam washers or high-pressure power
washers, maintain a suitable distance and do not
exceed a maximum temperature of 140 °F (60 °C).
Damage, alterations and water infiltrations may oc-
cur if the distance is too small.
•
If a water jet is used, direct away from the edges of
the fabric to prevent water infiltrations.
•
Never use alcohol, petroleum products, chemical
products, detergents, stain removers, wax, solvents,
and “wash and polish” products.
•
Remove as much dirt from the surface of the top with
a soft brush or vacuum cleaner before washing it.
This operation will considerably improve the final
result. In lack of specific products, use water and
mild soap applied with a sponge preferably in the
shade for washing. Rinse the top with clean water
after having eliminated all the stains.
•
Rinse immediately to remove soap to prevent stains.
•
Leave the vehicle in the shade after washing avoid-
ing direct sunlight.
•
Use specific waterproofing products for fabric tops
and follow the instructions on the product container
for best results.
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The rubber seals of the top must be washed with
water only. Apply talcum power or use specific
rubber care products (silicone spray) if the seals are
dry or partially stuck.
DECKLID
To Open The Decklid
CAUTION!
•
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
decklid to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the center of the decklid to ensure the decklid
latch is fully engaged.
•
During normal vehicle operation, the luggage
compartment (located rear of the engine) can
reach temperatures above 149 °F (65 °C). Do not
transport objects in the luggage compartment that
may be damaged at such temperatures. Do not
place aerosol cans in the luggage compartment.
To open the decklid:
1. Open the driver’s side door.
2. Pull the decklid release lever located on the rear of
the driver’s door sill.
Decklid Release Lever
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3. Move to the rear of the vehicle and lift the decklid.
4. Lift upward on the decklid prop rod to release it
from the stowage retainer.
Decklid Lift Point Location
Decklid Prop Rod Location
1 — Decklid Prop Rod
2 — Stowage Retainer Location
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