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Before Driving
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
CAUTION
Remove leaves or other matter that may accumulate on and around the convertible top.
If leaves or other matter block the drain fi lter, water may enter the vehicle. Clean the
drain fi lter at least once a year.
Refer to Convertible Top Maintenance on page 6-58 .
Before opening the convertible top, make sure the rear window defogger switch
is turned off. Otherwise the heat generated from the defogger could damage the
convertible top and the internal material.
Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way
and park on a level surface.
Make sure nothing is on the convertible top or near the back window when raising or
lowering the convertible top.
Even small objects may interfere and cause damage.
When lowering the convertible top, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown
away by the wind.
Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the convertible top down.
To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays
dry, close the convertible top securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
Do not drive through an automatic car wash; it may damage the convertible top.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this
will damage the convertible top material.
The soft top is made of high quality material and if it is not maintained correctly, the
material could harden, becomes stained, or have an uneven gloss.
Do not lower the convertible top when it's wet. If the convertible top dries while folded, it
will deteriorate and mold.
Lowering the convertible top while it's wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger
compartment.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top in a strong wind as it could damage the
convertible top or cause an unexpected accident.
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