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5. Make sure there is
nothing or anyone on or
around the top. Push and
hold the down arrow on
the lower part of the
convertible TOP switch.
The switch is located on the console in front of the
gearshift lever. The top will automatically lower into the
storage area.Installing the Boot Cover
After lowering the convertible top, you may want to
install the boot cover. The three
-piece boot cover is
stored in a bag in the trunk area.
1. Flip the two convertible top latches to the
closed position.
2. Open the hatch and remove the two side covers and
middle section from the storage bag.

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1. Open the hatch. Remove the middle piece of the
cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up on
the cover.
2. Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by
lifting the rear cover and sliding them out of
their slots.

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3. Store each piece of the cover in its separate
compartment according to the graphic printed inside
of the storage bag. Store the bag in the trunk area
and close the hatch.
4. Disengage the two convertible top latches.
Raising Your Convertible Top
1. It is recommended that you park on a level surface.
Set the parking brake firmly. If you have an
automatic transmission, shift into PARK (P).
If you have a manual transmission, shift into
REVERSE (R).
2. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN (or RAP must
be on).
3. Lower both sun visors and lower both windows at
least 3 inches (8 cm). If the boot cover is in place, it
must be removed first.
NOTICE:
It is not recommended that you raise or lower the
top while the vehicle is moving.