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Convertible Top: Description and Operation

System Description

The convertible top can automatically be opened and closed by operating the convertible top switch. The convertible top system consists of the convertible top switch, control unit and the motors located on the convertible top assembly. The top switch outputs open and close signals to the control unit. The control unit opens the driver's and the passenger's power windows then about 0.5 second after the windows start to open, the control unit operates the top motors to open or close the top.

Basic Operation

Lowering and Raising the Convertible Top

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
2. At the latch on each side, push in the tab, and pull the locking lever down.
3. Push the top forward while you release the latches from the windshield header (striker) by pushing the locking levers forward.
4. With the latches released, pull back on the locking levers and push them up until they latch.
5. Pull back and hold the ROOF switch. The windows lower and the roof folds back. Release the ROOF switch when the roof is retracted completely into the rear shelf.
6. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it.
7. The windows, if raised, lower automatically, then the convertible top goes up. Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header.
8. Push in the tab on each locking lever, and pull the locking lever down.
9. Push the locking lever forward, and set the latch into the windshield header (striker) while pushing the convertible top forward.
10. Pull back on the locking lever, and push it up until it latches. Make sure both levers are securely latched.