boot DODGE POLARA 1965 3.G Owners Manual

CONVERTmLE TOP . . . OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE
o Top Operation. The switch lor operating the convertible top is located on the Instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Follow these simple steps:
6 To Lower Top: Be sure car is com· pletely stopped and;
1. To avoid damaging the top, check the top storage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is completely empty.
2. Turn down sun visors and unfasten lock handles (located above windshield).
3. Push control lever on instrument panel, nd hold in this position until top is fully lowered.
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Attach boot over lowered top.
NOTE: Top should be thoroughly dry before lowering.
To R.lse Top: Be sure car is completely topped and;
1. Unfasten boot snaps and fold over rear seat back.
2. Pull control lever, and hold in this position until top is fully extended.
3. Grasp the front edge of the top and pull down and snap lock handles closed.
4. Lay loose end of boot neatly in top storage compartment.
To Open and Close Rear Window. Open from inside the car. Unsnap support strap and pull the zipper tab in the upper right corner. When closing, support the window by snapping the support strap in place before pulling the zipper.
Care of Convertible Top. Vacuum clean top and inside of storage compartment frequently. The top should be washed otten using a soft, natural bristle' hand scrub brush and large size laundry bar soap. Scrub in all directions, covering an area of about two feet at a time. Avoid heavy scrubbing on seams. Top mao
terial should be supported, underneath with plywood or similar material. Rinse with plenty of water to remove all dirt and cleaner. Allow top to air-dry before storing.
Care of Rear Window. Removing road dust with a dry cloth will damage the plastic. Instead, use a soft cloth moistened with water. Never remove snow or ice with a scraper. To wash, use a mild household soap or detergent (not caustic) to work up a lather. Rinse with clear water and wipe with a slightly moistened clean cloth.
CAUTION: Do not clean rear window with gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, or cleaners of lcoholic content.