2000 CHEVROLET TRACKER sunroof

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NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet, maximum
electrical loads must not exceed 15 amps. Always
turn off any electrical equipment when not in use.
Leaving electrical equipment on for extended
periods will drain your battery.
Convertible Top (If Equipped)
Your convertible top features a sunroof, a removable
rear window and removable side windows.
NOTICE:

Never raise or lower the top while the vehicle
is moving, or drive with any part of the top
unfastened or partially removed. The wind
could get under it and cause damage.
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NOTICE: (Continued)

Do not take your vehicle through an
automatic car wash. It could damage your
convertible top.

Don't try to lower or raise the convertible
top or tap or beat on the plastic windows if
your vehicle is out in cold weather, 41F
(5C) or below. The cold can cause cracks
and other damage to the windows and to
the top as it is being lowered or raised.

Don't lower the top if it is damp or wet.
After the top is down, the trapped water
can cause stains, mildew and damage to the
inside of your car. Be sure to dry off the top
before you lower it.

Don't lower the convertible top if the rear
flap or side windows are dirty. Dirt could
scratch the side windows.

The convertible top isn't designed to carry
weight. Never let anyone sit on the top, and
don't put anything on top of it when it is
up, or it could be damaged.

2-50 Opening and Closing Your Sunroof
1. Lower your antenna and swing your sun visors down.
2. Squeeze the front top bow latch buttons and pull the
latch back.
3. Unhook the latch from the front top bow.4. Swing the front top bow up and back while folding
the canvas top as shown. Be sure that you don't
pinch the canvas top between the front top bow arms
and the roof rails.

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5. Unfasten the holding strap near the dome lamp and
pull it through the slot in the front top bow.
6. Fasten the holding strap to itself.7. Push the front top bow latches down until
they ªclick.º
8. Swing your sun visors up and raise your antenna.
Reverse the steps to close your sunroof. Be sure your
front top bow is latched securely.
Removing and Installing Your
Rear Window
The rear window of your vehicle is removable. This
allows you to open the back opening all the way or to
replace the window if it becomes deteriorated. To remove
the rear window:
1. Open the rear gate all the way.
2. Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the
rear window to uncover the zipper pull.
3. Unzip the rear window.

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After completing installation, make sure that the front
and bottom ends are securely hooked and the rear top
end of the window is under the canvas top.
Refasten the plastic clip at the top front corner of the
side window. Reengage the tension to the canvas top
support arms.
Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top
1. Remove the side windows of the canvas top as
shown previously. Remember to release the tension
in the canvas top support arms first.
2. Open the rear window and hang it down inside the
luggage compartment (or over the top of the
vehicle's trunk).
3. Unfasten the snaps that secure the canvas top to the
roof. The snaps are located on either side of the
dome lamp. Reattach the snaps which hold the
sunroof canvas in place.

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4. Unhook the front end of the rear canvas top. You
may want to open the sunroof to gain easier access to
the rear top. Lower the bow slowly while tucking the
canvas into the luggage compartment, making sure
the bows are not pinching any part of the canvas top.
Make sure the safety belts are not blocked by the
folded top.5. Reengage the latches by pushing down on the
support arms at the hinges.
Reverse the steps to raise your canvas top.
During installation of the top, make sure the plastic
retaining strip along the front edge of the canvas top is
aligned with the locating pin in the channel. There is a
mark near the center of the channel.