Dodge 2005 Viper Owner's Manual page 57

3. Release the lever located behind the driver's seat and
nestled in the folded convertible top (as pictured). To aid
in disengaging the latch, press down on the convertible
top while pressing on the latch lever.
Convertible Top Latch
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4. Manually raise the top until it meets the windshield
header (as pictured).
Raising Convertible Top
5. Close the trunk.
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