Chevrolet 2002 Corvette Owner's Manual page 130

If the vehicle has lost battery power, you can still
open the storage compartment lid (C) using the
manual release cable.
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The cable is located underneath the carpeting behind
the driver's and passenger's seats, in the center of the
vehicle. When using the manual release, you must
first open the doors to prevent damage to the seals.
To access the cable, lift and pull back the carpeting.
Then pull the cable to release the storage
compartment lid if needed.
NOTICE:
Be sure that the rear edge (B) of the convertible
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top is in the full down position before lowering
the top into the storage compartment or damage
to the top may occur.