Mazda MX-5 Miata 2004 Owner's Manual page 60

5. Insert the top covering's rear edge into
the groove in the body molding.
Top covering
Body
Molding
CAUTION
Never drive with the top partially
folded or uncovered. Otherwise the top
and/or the top covering could be
damaged.
M Raising the Convertible Top
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
firmly set the parking brake.
2. Lower the side windows, then turn off
the ignition.
3. Pull down the sunvisors.
Sunvisor
4. Undo the fasteners and straps.
Sunvisor
Doors and Locks
5. Remove the top covering and store it
properly in the trunk.
6. Unlock the top latches and open them
fully.
7. Hold the top lift handle and pull the top
up and forward until it's against the
windshield header.
Windshield header
8. After securely hooking the top latches
onto the windshield header, push each
latch up with the palm of your hand
until the lock buttons click and the
latches are locked.
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