CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

3. Press the Power Top Switch to lower the top just
enough to disengage the top pins from the header, turn
the handle counterclockwise and raise the handle to the
stowed position.
NOTE:The Power Top Switch has two detent positions
for lowering the convertible top. Pressing and holdingthe Power Top Switch lightly in the first detent position
will lower the windows slightly and the convertible top
to the full down position. Pressing and holding the
switch in the second detent position will lower all four
windows completely and the top to the full down posi-
tion.
Releasing Convertible Top Latches
Convertible Top Switch
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4. Continue pressing the Power Top Switch until the
convertible top is lowered completely.
5. Install the Convertible Top Boot Cover, if equipped.
Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation±If
Equipped, in this section.
CAUTION!
Damage to the convertible top boot cover could
result if the latch handle is not completely closed
when the top is lowered. The convertible top boot
cover cannot be installed while the latch handle is
open.
To Raise The Top:
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the convertible top or its com-
ponents, your vehicle is equipped with a feature that
prevents convertible top operation at speeds over 10
mph (16 km/h).
CAUTION!
To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that
the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear
selector in the Park position (automatic transaxle) or
in the Neutral position (manual transaxle) before
lowering or raising the top.
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1. Remove the convertible top boot cover, if equipped.
Refer to Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and Stor-
age, in this section.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
3. Press the Power Top Switch to raise the top. Before the
top reaches the windshield, open the latch handle and
turn the handle clockwise to open the latches. Press the
switch again to continue raising the top until the two pins
seat themselves in the windshield header.
NOTE:If the top is not latched right away, it may be
necessary to press the power top switch, ªUPº or
ªDOWNº quickly, to align the pins to the windshield
header.
4. Pull down on the latch handle and rotate it counter-
clockwise to engage the latches.5. Raise the latch handle into the stowed position.
Engaging Convertible Top Latches
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CAUTION!
Car top carriers, ski racks, etc., should not be at-
tached to the convertible top mechanism as they will
damage the top. Do not place objects on the convert-
ible top, in the top well or on the sport bar. Damage
to the convertible top may occur.
Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation±If
Equipped
1. With the top down and the convertible top latch
handle in the stowed position, lay the unfolded boot
cover across the convertible top.
Convertible Top Latch Handle
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2. Install the rear edge of the boot, first tucking the rear
edge of the boot under the rear and both sides of the rails.
Boot Laying Across Convertible Top
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3. Pull the right and left boot arms forward and engage
both boot arm snaps. Make sure both snaps are fully
engaged.
Tucking Boot Under Rail
Engaging Boot Arm Snaps
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4. Engage the boot center section retainer using the tabs
provided.5. Tuck the rear flap of the boot in behind the Upper
Moulding.
Engaging Boot Center SectionTucking In Rear Flap
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Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and
Storage
1. Unsnap the snaps and remove the top cover boot.
2. Lay the boot cover flat with the center section retainer
facing the rear of the car.
Boot Removed And Laying Flat
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3. First fold the left side of the boot cover to the middle
of the boot cover.
4. Second fold the right side of the boot cover to the
middle, fitting it inside the left side of the boot cover and
store it in the trunk or a dry secure area.
CAUTION!
Do not lay heavy objects on top of the boot or lay the
boot on top of sharp/pointy objects. Damage could
occur to the boot.
Folding Boot Cover Left Side
Folding Boot Cover Right Side
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CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL OVERRIDE
If your vehicle is experiencing electrical failure (low
battery, etc.) and it is necessary to raise the convertible
top, perform the following steps:
1. Locate the convertible top motor bypass screw, which
is found in the trunk under the convertible top storage
area.
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until the screw stops.
This will relieve the hydraulic pressure and allow the
convertible top to be raised manually.
3. Using the latch handle raise the top until the two pins
seat themselves in the windshield header.
Bleeder Screw
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