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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 sunvisors.
Sunvisor
Sunvisor
4. Undo the fasteners and straps.
5. Remove the top covering and store it
properly in the trunk.
6. Unlock the top latches and open them
fully.
7. Hold the top lift handle and pull the top
up and forward until it's against the
windshield header.
Windshield header
8. After securely hooking the top latches
onto the windshield header, push each
latch up with the palm of your hand
until the lock buttons click and the
latches are locked.
CAUTION
Make sure the top is securely locked by
pushing up on it.
Driving with the top unlocked could
damage the top.
NOTE
Make sure the top is securely locked by
pushing up on it. If it still sounds loose
(rattles) after being locked by the top
latches, have it inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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9. If the rear window defroster coupler is
disconnected, connect the coupler.
Rear window defroster coupler
qTaking Care of the Top
Refer to convertible top maintenance
(page 8-46) for information on taking care
of the top.
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Detachable Hardtopí
Top latch assembly
Side latch assembly
Rear deck latch
Rear deck stud
Rear window defroster coupler
qDetachable Hardtop Precautions
WARNING
Standing in a Moving Vehicle:
Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on
the convertible top storage area or
center console when it's moving is a
dangerous way to ride. During a
sudden maneuver or collision you
could be seriously injured or even
killed.
Sit in the seat with the seat belt on
when the vehicle is moving.
WARNING
Hardtop and Rollover Accidents:
Rollover accidents on a hardtop
vehicle are dangerous. The hardtop is
not as strong as a regular steel roof.
Rollover accidents could dislodge or
crush the hardtop and cause serious
injuries or even death, just as with no
top or a soft top.
Always drive safely and observe the
speed limit.
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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. Always keep your hands
and fingers away from the fastening
mechanisms when moving the top.
lWhen removing the hardtop, make sure
the operation is performed by 2
persons.
lBefore removing or installing the
hardtop, be sure you are parked out of
traffic in a flat area near the location
your top is to be stored.
lWhen removing the hardtop, make sure
objects inside the vehicle aren't blown
away by the wind.
lSecure all loose objects inside before
driving with the hardtop removed.
lDon't drive through an automatic car
wash; it may damage the hardtop.
lDon't remove or install the hardtop
when the wind is strong; the wind
could damage the hardtop.
lBefore removing the hardtop, lower the
antenna.
lRemoving the hardtop while it's wet
can cause water to drip into the
passenger compartment.
qRemoving the Detachable
Hardtop
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 sunvisors.
Sunvisor
Sunvisor
4. Push the unlock buttons and fully
release the top latches.
Unlock button
Top latch
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5. Push the unlock buttons and fully
release the side latches.
Unlock button
Side latch
6. Disconnect the rear window defroster
coupler.
Rear window defroster coupler
7. Slide the hardtop rearward while
pressing down on the rear deck latches
to unlock the latches.
Rear deck latch
Hardtop
8. Lift the hardtop straight off the body to
prevent damage to the rear deck latches
and studs.
Rear deck stud
WARNING
Windshield's Edges:
Not being careful of the windshield's
edges when getting into or out of the
vehicle is dangerous. The windshield's
edges could scratch and cause
injuries.
Be careful of the windshield's edges
when getting into or out of the vehicle.
CAUTION
lBe careful not to strike the body with
any of the protruding hardtop
latches.
lUse extreme care when carrying the
hardtop to prevent scratching or
other damage to it.
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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 old blanket.
lBe sure the top and side latches are
locked.
lDo not lean the hardtop against a
wall or stand it in an unstable way.
lStore the hardtop in a dry clean area,
and cover it with a soft material,
such as an old blanket.
qInstalling the Detachable
Hardtop
CAUTION
Do not attempt to install the hardtop
with the convertible top also up.
Lower the convertible top before
installing the hardtop, otherwise
damage will occur to the convertible
top.
NOTE
lBe sure to place the convertible top
latches in the locked position.
lMake sure the convertible top is
completely lowered before installing
the hardtop. Also confirm that the
rear window defroster coupler is
disconnected.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 sunvisors.
Sunvisor
Sunvisor
4. Unlock the top latches and the side
latches on the hardtop.
Top latch assembly
Slide latch assembly
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8. Push each side latch down with the
palm of your hand until the lock
buttons click and the latches are
locked.
Side latch
CAUTION
After installation, verify that all latches
are secure. Operating the vehicle with
unlocked latches may cause hardtop
damage or loss.
9. Reconnect the rear window defroster
coupler.
Rear window defroster coupler
NOTE
If the top rattles even when all latches
are secure, drive slowly and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for
inspection.
qDetachable Hardtop Appearance
Care
Refer to detachable hardtop maintenance
(page 8-46) for information on detachable
hardtop appearance care.
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Mirrors
qOutside Mirrors
Check the mirrors' angles before driving.
WARNING
Convex Mirror (Passenger Side):
Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the
vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears. Be
sure to look over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Power control mirror
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
To adjust:
1. Move the selector switch to the left or
right to choose the left or right side
mirror.
2. Depress the mirror switch in the
appropriate direction.
Outside mirrorSelector switch
Mirror switch
Folding the mirror
Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.
WARNING
Driving with Mirrors Folded In:
Driving with the outside mirrors
folded in is dangerous. Your rear view
will be restricted, and you could have
an accident. Always return the outside
mirrors to the driving position before
you start driving.
qRearview Mirror (With Day/
Night Function)
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.
Do this with the day/night lever in the day
position.
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