Chevrolet 1986 Corvair Owner's Manual page 31

ing the front corner of the top and rotating the top for-
ward until top rests on windshield header.
The locking handles are then rotated outboard
which engages the lock hooks to the striker assembly
located on the windshield header.
Installing the Top Boot
Remove top boot from its protective case, which is
normally stored in the luggage compartment.
Grasping forward end of the boot, slide the welt on
the boot into the retainer located on the top of the rear
seat back panel. The boot can then be placed over the
lowered top and the metal snap fasteners on the boot
can be snapped onto the studs on the belt molding and
quarter trim. Any wrinkles that may exist may be re-
lieved by sliding the forward portion of the boot to the
right or left in the retainer.
Care of Folding Top and Rear Window
The folding top should never be subiected to vola-
tile cleaners or household bleaches. Frequent washing
with neutral soap suds, lukewarm water and soft bristle
brush is normally all that is necessary to maintain the
"Factory Fresh" look. In the event heavy soilage or
stubborn stains are encountered, a mild foaming clean-
ser, lukewarm water, and a soft bristle brush may be
used. If desired, the top may be supported from the
underside during the cleaning operation. Regardless
which cleaning method is used, a generous amount of
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rinse water is to be used as any soap that runs down
on the body finish and allowed to dry, may cause
streaks.
After cleaning, always be sure the top is thoroughly
dry before it is lowered.
The pliable plastic window, due to its texture, is sus-
ceptible to scratches and abrasions . As a result, the top
should not be lowered when the rear window is dirty.
When cleaning the rear window, do not use a dry
cloth or volatile cleaning agents. A soft cloth moistened
with water should be used to remove superficial dust.
When completely washing the rear window, cold or
luke warm water and a mild neutral soap suds may be
used along with a generous amount of rinse water. In
addition, the rear window can be cleaned with G.M.
Plastic Cleaner available at your dealer.
A scraper should never be used for removing snow
or ice from the rear window. In an emergency, warm
water may be cautiously used.
NOTE: DO NOT paste any stickers or masking tape
on rear window as damage will result.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
• To open: Push up the lid release while lifting the lid.
Lift the lid all the way up, then release.
• To close: Lift up on lid, unlock the support arm catch
lock, then lower the lid. Drop the lid the last six