MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2005 Repair Manual

MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2005 Repair Manual MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2005 MAZDA MAZDA https://www.carmanualsonline.info/img/28/41040/w960_41040-0.png MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2005 Repair Manual
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3. Use the support rod to hold the hoodopen.
Clip
Support rod
qClosing the Hood
1. Check under the hood area to make
certain all filler caps are in place and
all loose items (e.g. t

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Convertible Top
Windshield headerTop storage area
Top latch assembley
Top coveringTop latch assembly 
detail
Top frame
Top latch
Unlock button
q
Convertible Top Precautions
WARNING

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lBefore lowering or raising the top, stop
in a safe place off the right-of-way and
park on a level surface.
lMake sure nothing is on the top or near
the back window when raising or

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6. Lift up on the front section of the top torelease it from the windshield header.
Windshield header
7. Fold back the front and carefully lower
it to the storage area, then put the

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qRaising 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 sunviso

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9. If the rear window defroster coupler isdisconnected, connect the coupler.
Rear window defroster coupler
qTaking Care of the Top
Refer to convertible top maintenance
(page 8-47) f

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Detachable Hardtopí
Top latch assemblySide latch assemblyRear deck latch
Rear deck stud
Rear window defroster coupler
q Detachable Hardtop Precautions
WARNING
Standing in a Moving

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WARNING
Fastening Mechanisms:
It is dangerous to place your hands or
fingers near the fastening
mechanisms. Your hands or fingers
could be caught and injured by the
mechanism. Alway

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5. Push the unlock buttons and fullyrelease the side latches.
Unlock button
Side latch
6. Disconnect the rear window defrostercoupler.
Rear window defroster coupler
7. Slide the har

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NOTE
Points to remember when storing the
detachable hardtop.
lDo not place the hardtop on a hard
surface, such as concrete or asphalt.
Place it on a cushioning material,
such as an
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