Soft Top - If Equipped - Jeep Gladiator 2020 Owner's Manual

110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SOFT TOP — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING!
• The fabric quarter panel cover assemblies, rear
window, and fabric top are designed only for protec-
tion against the elements. Do not rely on them to
contain occupants within the vehicle or to protect
against injury during an accident. Remember, always
wear seat belts.
• Make sure hands and fingers are clear of all pinch
points when installing and removing the soft top. The
side bows may cause serious injury if fingers or hands
get caught in-between.
CAUTION!
The soft top is not designed to carry any additional loads
such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunting or
camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not
designed as a structural member of the vehicle and, thus,
cannot properly carry any additional loads other than
environmental (rain, snow, etc.).
If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has
been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear to
have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put up.
This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl or acrylic
materials of the fabric top.
Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top
fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the
top can then be installed. If the temperature is 41°F (5°C) or
below, do not attempt to put the top down or roll the rear
or side curtains.
CAUTION!
• Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car wash.
Window scratches and wax build up may result.
• Do not lower the top when the temperature is below
41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result.
• Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either
fully attached to the windshield frame, or fully
lowered.
• Do not lower the top with the windows installed.
Window and top damage may occur.
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