Mazda mx-5 2007 Manual page 114

Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
When opening/closing the hardtop, do not apply any load to the hardtop or the deck.
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The opening/closing mechanism of the hardtop may be damaged.
Open/close the hardtop with the vehicle parked on level ground in a safe place where the
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vehicle does not obstruct traffic. If the hardtop is opened/closed on a slope or bump, the
opening/closing mechanism of the hardtop may be damaged.
Before opening or closing the hardtop, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park
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on a level surface.
When opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by
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the wind.
Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down.
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To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment
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stays dry, close the hardtop securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
Do not drive through an automatic car wash as it may damage the hardtop.
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Do not open or close the hardtop when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) as it this
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will damage the hardtop material.
Opening the hardtop while it is wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger
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compartment.
Do not open or close the hardtop in a strong wind as it could damage the hardtop.
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qOperation Indicator Light
When illuminated
This notifies the driver that the hardtop is
only partially open.
When flashing
This indicates that the hardtop is being
open/closed. (During button operation)
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CAUTION
When not illuminated
This indicates that the hardtop is open/
closed fully.
NOTE
If the operation indicator light flashes
quickly, there may be a system
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.