Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata Owner's Manual page 122

MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page122
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Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one
on each side of the vehicle, and open
the deck completely.
CAUTION
Ø Lift the deck using two adults.
Doing it alone could result in
injury or the deck lid mechanism
being twisted which could damage
it.
Ø Do not let go of the deck lid on
both sides until it is fully open. The
deck lid could fall if it is released
too soon and cause injury.
Ø Do not attempt to forcefully lift the
deck. If the lock has not detached
and the deck is forcefully lifted, it
could damage the deck.
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Closing the hardtop
CAUTION
Ø The procedure should be done by
at least two adults. Do not do it
alone so as not to cause injury or
vehicle damage.
Ø Some steps in the procedure
require holding your body in a
strained position for extended
periods and if over exerted it could
result in injury.
Ø Be very careful when closing the
hardtop to prevent pinching and
possible injury.
1. Grasp the hardtop along the side and
front surfaces and lift it up enough to
create a clearance at the rear of
hardtop.