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4. Make sure to install the two egg-shaped stowage
receivers into the floor of the rear storage
compartment. Secure both receivers into their
proper positions by turning them counterclockwise.
5. Lower the windows and open the doors.There are two latches on the front of the roof panel
near each door (A), and one rear latch (B).
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6. To unlock the front of the roof panel, pull down
each of the front handles. Grasp the handles
with your fingers and pull each toward you.
Complete a 180° turn toward the center of the
vehicle. Then push up on each of the handles.7. To unlock the rear of the roof panel, press the latch
release button with your thumb and pull down the
latch lever with your fingers.
8. After releasing the latches, return the sun visors to
the forward position.
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9. Stand on one side of the vehicle and, if necessary,
have your helper stand on the other side. Together,
carefully lift the front edge of the panel up and
forward, and out of the vehicle opening.
10. When the panel is loosened from the vehicle, one
person should grasp the roof panel as close to the
center of the vehicle as possible and lift away
the panel.
Storing the Roof Panel
{CAUTION:
If a roof panel is not stored properly, it could
be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or
sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could
be injured. Whenever you store a roof panel in
the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored
securely in the proper location.
Notice:If you drop or rest a roof panel on its
edges, the roof panel, paint and/or weatherstripping
may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in
the stowage receivers after removing it from
the vehicle.
1. Turn the roof panel so that the rear edge of the
panel is facing the storage area. The locating
pins (at the rear of the panel) should point toward
the egg-shaped stowage receivers on the floor
of the center compartment.
2. Push the panel forward until the pins bottom out in
the receivers.
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3. There are two spring-loaded storage pins on the
rear wall of the storage compartment (A). These
storage pins go into the slots on each side of
the roof panel (B).4. Gently lower the roof panel onto the carpeted
ledge. Then, pull each release rearward and upward
to place the storage pins into the holes of the
roof panel.
5. Gently lift and lower the roof panel to be sure it is
locked into place.
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Installing the Roof Panel
{CAUTION:
An improperly attached roof panel may fall into
or y off the vehicle. You or others could be
injured. After installing the roof panel, always
check that it is rmly attached by pushing up on
the underside of the panel. Check now and then
to be sure the roof panel is rmly in place.
Notice:If you drop or rest a roof panel on its
edges, the roof panel, paint and/or weatherstripping
may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in
the stowage receivers after removing it from
the vehicle.In most cases, it is easier to install the removable roof
with two people rather than one.
1. Check to be sure that the front handles and rear
latch on the ceiling are in their opened positions
before attempting to install the roof panel.
2. If the roof panel is stored in the rear area, grasp it
with your right hand at the middle edge near the
seatbacks, and with your left hand at the middle of
the edge closest to you. Reverse the steps
described previously underStoring the Roof Panel
on page 2-47.
3. Remove the roof panel from the storage
compartment.
4. Place the roof panel over the vehicle.
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5. Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the
weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening (A).
Then align the pins at the rear of the roof panel
weatherstrip with the receiving cup in the body
weatherstrip (B). Gently lower the front edge of the
roof panel to the front of the body opening (C).6. Turn the front handles toward the side doors to the
closed position.
7. Hook the rear latch by pushing the lever up to the
locked position.
8. Grasp and tug the roof panel up and down and
side-to-side to make sure the roof panel is
securely installed.
Convertible Top
If your vehicle has this feature, the following procedures
explain the proper operation of the convertible top.
Notice:Some automatic car washes may cause
damage to your vehicle. To avoid possible damage,
use touchless automatic car washes.
For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see
“Cleaning Your Convertible Top” underCleaning the
Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-85.
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Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic):Press the AUTO button to place
the entire system in the automatic mode. When
automatic operation is active, the system will
automatically control the inside temperature, the air
delivery mode and the fan speed.
After a five-second display of the current settings, only
the word AUTO and the outside temperature will be
shown on the digital display unless the system is set to
full cold 60°F (16°C) or full hot 90°F (32°C), then the
word AUTO will not display. The system will operate to
achieve your comfort set temperature as quickly as
possible. The AUTO control system works best with the
windows up and the removable roof installed or the
convertible top up.1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting
between 60°F (16°C) or full hot 90°F (32°C).
Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature
setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any
faster. If you set the system at the coldest or
warmest temperature setting, the system will remain
in manual mode at that temperature and it will not
go into automatic mode.
In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan
speeds at avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle
until warmer air is available. The system will
start out blowing air at the floor but may change
modes automatically as the vehicle warms up
to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The
length of time needed for warm up will depend on
the outside temperature and the length of time
that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven.
3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from
10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, if
necessary.
Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of
the instrument panel, near the windshield. For more
information on the solar sensor, see “Sensor” later in
this section.
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Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a
period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish
looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
whenever possible.
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,
wax, sap or other material may be on the blade
or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength
glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads do
not form when you rinse it with water.
If you use a glass treatment or conditioner containing
ethyl alcohol or ethyl sulfate on your glass, be sure
to remove the acrylic roof panel, if so equipped. These
products may damage the panel.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by
wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength
windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade
with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Cleaning Removable Roof Panel
Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing
and/or storing the roof panel.
•Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry
the panel.
•Clean the panel with GM Glass Cleaner. Leave the
cleaner on the panel for one minute, then wipe the
panel with a soft, lint-free cloth.
•Do not use abrasive cleaning materials
If water drops are frequently allowed to dry on roof
panel, impurities in the water will adhere to the
top. These impurities may etch or mar the finish. When
the panel gets wet, you should dry it off.
Notice:If you use a glass treatment and/or
conditioner that contains ethyl alcohol or ethyl
sulfate on the roof panel, you could damage
the panel. The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Only use a GM-approved glass cleaner
on the roof panel.
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