2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Owners Manual

6. Pull the convertible top up by rmly gripping the
front edge (A) near the center and applying a
brisk upward and forward motion to get the top
in the full-up position.7. Lift the rear edge (B) of the convertible top
to its full-up position by rst raising the front
edge (A).
8. Close the tonneau cover (C) by pushing it
down with a swift, rm motion.
9. Lower the rear edge (B) of the convertible top
by rst slightly pushing the front edge (A) of
the convertible top forward.
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10. Push the front edge (A) of the convertible top
down from the outside of the vehicle, or pull the
front edge (A) of the convertible top down from
the center pull-down handle located in the
inside of the vehicle.
11. Pull the top front latch handle down and turn it
counterclockwise to lock the convertible top.Convertible Top (Power)
For care and cleaning of the convertible top see
Convertible Top on page 414under “Service and
Appearance Care”. High pressure car washes may
cause water to enter the vehicle.
To operate the power convertible top use the
following steps.
Notice:Leaving the convertible top down
and exposing the interior of your vehicle
to outdoor conditions may cause damage.
Always close the convertible top if leaving
your vehicle outdoors.
Notice:Lowering the convertible top when
there are objects in the storage area could
damage it or break the glass rear window.
Always verify that no objects are in the storage
area before lowering the convertible top.
Notice:Lowering the top if it is damp, wet,
or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage
to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the top
before lowering it.
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Notice:If you lower the top on your vehicle
in cold weather (0°F/-18°C or lower), you
may damage top components. Do not lower
the top in cold weather.
Notice:If you raise or lower the convertible
top while the vehicle is in motion, you could
damage the top or the top mechanism. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Always put an automatic transmission in
PARK (P) or a manual transmission in
NEUTRAL before raising or lowering the
convertible top.
Lowering the Power Convertible Top
1. Park on a level surface. The vehicle must
be running or in Acc. Shift an automatic
transmission into PARK (P) and set the
parking brake. Shift a manual transmission
into NEUTRAL, and set the parking brake.
2. Make sure the trunk is closed and the rear
trunk partition in the rear storage area is
in the fastened upright position, and that
no objects are forward of the divider.
See “Rear Trunk Partition” underRear
Storage Area on page 131.3. Release the convertible top front latch,
located above the inside rearview mirror,
by pulling and turning it clockwise toward
the driver’s door. Push upward on the front
edge. The windows will automatically lower.
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4. Push and hold the
bottom of the power
convertible top
button, located to the
left of the steering
wheel, on the
instrument panel.
The windows will automatically lower and the
convertible top will lower into the rear of the
vehicle. A chime will sound when the convertible
top has lowered completely. If the radio is on
the sound may be muted for a brief time due to
a new audio system equalization being loaded.
If the convertible top is operated multiple times,
the engine should be running to prevent drain
on the vehicle’s battery. Under certain conditions,
the Driver Information Center (DIC) may display
a message regarding the power convertible
top. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 214for more information.Raising the Power Convertible Top
Notice:If you raise or lower the convertible
top while the vehicle is in motion, you could
damage the top or the top mechanism. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Always put an automatic transmission in
PARK (P) or a manual transmission in
NEUTRAL before raising or lowering the
convertible top.
1. Park on a level surface. The vehicle must
be running or in Acc. Shift an automatic
transmission into PARK (P) and set the
parking brake. Shift a manual transmission
into NEUTRAL and set the parking brake.
2. Make sure the trunk lid is closed and the
rear trunk partition in the rear storage area
is in the fastened upright position, and that
no objects are forward of the divider.
See “Rear Trunk Partition” underRear
Storage Area on page 131.
3. Push and hold the top of the power convertible
top button. The top will raise and the windows
will lower if they were in the raised position.
A chime will sound when the top is raised
completely.
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4. After the convertible top is completely raised,
release the power convertible top button.
5. Pull the convertible front top latch down
and turn it counterclockwise to lock the
convertible top.
If the radio is on the sound may be muted for a
brief time due to a new audio system equalization
being loaded.If the vehicle has lost power, the convertible top can
still be raised by releasing pressure on the hydraulic
pump, located under the passenger’s side of the
tonneau cover, by using the following steps. The
carpet liner on the passenger’s side must be pulled
back to access the hydraulic pump.
Manual operation of the power convertible top
cannot be attempted for ve minutes from the last
time the convertible top button was pressed if the
top is not completely stowed, with the top down and
the tonneau latched, or closed, with the front top
latch locked in place, at the time the convertible
top button was released.
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1. Open the tonneau cover by pulling the
emergency release cable.
The tonneau cover emergency release cable
is located behind the passenger’s seat
head restraint, on the underside forward edge
of the tonneau cover. Also, seeHatch/Trunk
on page 82for information on the emergency
trunk release handle.
Be careful when opening the tonneau cover
by hand. If the tonneau cover is opened
quickly, damage can occur to the hinging
mechanism, which can prevent proper
operation of the convertible top.2. Locate the pressure release bolt on the front
side of the hydraulic pump.
3. Use the wrench, located in the console,
and turn the pressure release bolt
counterclockwise one revolution, to relieve
pressure to the hydraulic pump. This will allow
you to manually raise the convertible top.
4. Then follow the steps under raising the
manual convertible top. See “Convertible Top
(Manual)” underConvertible Top (Manual)
on page 139orConvertible Top (Power)
on page 146
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When power is restored to the vehicle, the
hydraulic bolt must be tightened, by turning it
clockwise. The power convertible top button can
then be used to lower or raise the convertible top.
If the power convertible top is operated multiple
times, the engine should be running to prevent
drain on the vehicle’s battery. Under certain
conditions, the Driver Information Center (DIC)may display a message regarding the power top.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 214
for more information.
If the battery has been disconnected, the power
windows must be initialized for the power top
to operate. SeePower Windows on page 86for
more information.
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