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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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5. Align the rear deck latches with the
rear deck studs and set the hardtop
squarely onto the body.
Rear deck stud
Hardtop
Rear deck latch
Rear deck latch
6. Slide the hardtop forward while
pressing down on the rear deck latches
to lock the latches, and then verify that
they are secure by attempting to lift the
rear of the hardtop.
Rear deck latch
CAUTION
lBe careful not to strike the body with
any of the protruding hardtop
latches.
lThe rear defogger grid and the
defogger cord could be damaged
when removing or installing the top.
Make sure the rear defogger grid
isn't folded and the defogger cord
isn't caught between the vehicle's
body and the top.
7. Push each top latch up with the palm of
your hand until the lock buttons click
and the latches are locked.
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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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Push the lever forward for day driving.
Pull it back to reduce glare from
headlights.
Night DayDay/Night lever
WARNING
Blocked View:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror,
which might cause you to hit another
car when changing lanes. Don't stack
things higher than the seatbacks.
Objects in the Storage Area:
Putting heavy or sharp objects in the
top storage area is dangerous.
During a sudden stop or collision, they
can become projectiles that might hit
and injure passengers.
Don't place heavy or sharp objects in
the top storage area.
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.
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