Mazda MX-5 Owner's Manual page 99

MX-5_8CM3-EA-12F_Edition1 Page99
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Before lowering or raising the
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convertible top, stop in a safe place off
the right-of-way and park on a level
surface.
Make sure nothing is on the convertible
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top or near the back window when
raising or lowering the convertible top.
Even small objects may interfere and
cause damage.
When lowering the convertible top,
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make sure objects inside the vehicle are
not blown away by the wind.
Secure all loose objects inside before
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driving with the convertible top down.
To help prevent burglary or vandalism
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and to ensure that the passenger
compartment stays dry, close the
convertible top securely and lock both
doors when leaving the vehicle.
Do not drive through an automatic car
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wash; it may damage the convertible
top.
Do not raise or lower the convertible
l
top when the temperature is below 5 °C
(41 °F) ; this will damage the
convertible top material.
Do not lower the convertible top when
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it's wet. If the convertible top dries
while folded, it will deteriorate and
shrink.
Lowering the convertible top while it's
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wet can also cause water to drip into
the passenger compartment.
Do not raise or lower the convertible
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top in a strong wind as it could damage
the convertible top or cause an
unexpected accident.
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Doors and Locks
qLowering the Convertible Top
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Fully open the left and right windows.
3. Turn off the engine.
4. Make sure there are no objects which
have been placed in the area where the
convertible top is to be retracted.
5. Pull the top latch outward by pressing
the lock release button to detach the
lock. Make sure the lock is detached.
Lock release button
Top latch
6. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold
the convertible top along the center
edge and pull it toward the vehicle rear.
Knowing Your Mazda
Center edge
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