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NOTEThe opening or closing operation of the top cannot be per-
formed when the vehicle is in motion.
For information about the cleaning of the top, refer to the
section “Convertible top” on page 7-76.
When leaving the vehicle unattended, be sure to close the
top and remove the ignition key.
To avoid damage, do not sit or place luggage or any heavy
objects on the top itself, or the area around it.
Make sure nothing is in the top storage area (top and
behind the rear seats) when raising or lowering the top.
Even a small article may interfere with the operation of
the top and may damage the top or cause it to malfunction.
Always be sure the top is completely dry before it is low-
ered. Lowering the top while wet or damp may cause inte-
rior water damage, water stains or mildew of the top. It
can also cause the top to deteriorate and shrink.
Never operate the top when temperatures are 32 °F (0 °C)
or below. The fabric of the top may be damaged. If neces-
sary, allow the vehicle to set for a while in a heated garage
prior to operating the convertible top mechanism.
A roof top or luggage carrier of any type or design MUST
NOT be used on the ECLIPSE SPYDER’s top. This
includes, but is not limited to ski, bicycle or luggage
racks. Damage to the top may result.
Before opening or closing the top, make sure there are no
obstructions above the vehicle. For opening and closing of
the top, there must be upward clearance of approximately
6.6 feet (2 m) as measured from the ground.
The trunk lid cannot be opened until opening or closing of
the electric convertible top is complete.The power windows cannot be operated until opening or
closing of the electric convertible top is complete.
Normal operation
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The top can be opened and closed using the top switches.Requirements for operation
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The top can be opened and closed when the following require-
ments are all satisfied.
The ambient temperature is 32 °F (0 °C) or higher.
The vehicle is stationary.
The ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The trunk lid is closed.
The latch handles are unlocked.NOTEIf either of the top switches is operated when the require-
ments for operation are not all satisfied, the operation
indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flash
per second) and a tone will sound intermittently and rap-
idly (approximately three times per second) to indicate
that opening/closing operation is not possible.
If you are not able to perform opening/closing operation
when the requirements are all satisfied, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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To p s w i t c h e s
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The top can be opened and closed using the switches. The top
moves only while a switch is being pushed.NOTEIf the OPEN switch and CLOSE switch are both pushed at
the same time, the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flashes per second) and a tone
will sound intermittently and rapidly (approximately three
per second) to indicate that the top is not going to work.
To operate the top, release the switches and push the rele-
vant switch again.If the switches are continuously pushed one after the
other, a protection circuit may operate, making the electric
convertible top temporarily inoperable. In this event, the
operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately
one flash per second) and a tone will sound intermittently
(approximately three times per second). Wait about 7 min-
utes, then try operating the electric convertible top again.
To open the top
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1. Without obstructing traffic, stop the vehicle on a level,
firm surface where the top can be safely operated.
2. Securely apply the parking brake. If the vehicle has an
automatic transaxle, place the selector lever in the “P”
(PARK) position. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle,
place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.NOTEThe top can be operated with the selector lever of an auto-
matic transaxle in a position other than “P” (PARK) and
with the gearshift lever of a manual transaxle in a position
other than “N” (Neutral). For safety, however, you should
place the selector lever or gearshift lever (as relevant) in
the indicated position and apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine.NOTEOperating the top without the engine running can drain the
battery. To avoid a dead battery, operate the top with the
engine running.
4. Pull down both sun visors.
1- OPEN switch
2- CLOSE switch
3- Operation indicator lamp
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NOTEDuring operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will
stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flash per second).
If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes
before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending
on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or
retracted position. During this time, the operation indica-
tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the
operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2
minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.
The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top
is moving.
When the OPEN switch is pushed, the door windows and
quarter windows automatically open fully before the top
starts moving.
If the CLOSE switch is pushed when the top is fully
closed, the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly
(approximately one flash per second) and a tone sounds
intermittently and rapidly (approximately three times per
second) to indicate that the top is not going to move.
To close the top
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1. When you push the CLOSE switch, a tone will sound and
the top will start to operate. Keep pressing the CLOSE
switch until the top is fully closed. Refer to “Top
switches” on page 3-33.NOTEWhen the top reaches the fully closed position, a tone
sounds once and the operation indicator lamp goes off to
show that the operation is complete.
WA R N I N G
!To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper-
ating the top.
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NOTEDuring operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will
stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flash per second).
If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes
before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending
on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or
retracted position. During this time, the operation indica-
tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the
operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2
minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.
The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top
is moving.
When the CLOSE switch is pushed, the door windows
and quarter windows automatically open fully before the
top starts moving.
If the OPEN switch is pushed when the top is fully open,
the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly (approxi-
mately one flash per second) and a tone sounds intermit-
tently and rapidly (approximately three times per second)
to indicate that the top is not going to move.
WA R N I N G
!To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper-
ating the top.
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17. While holding the rear window, turn the handle of the
valve (H) counterclockwise to release the pressure in the
valve. At this time, turn the handle until it can be turned
no further.NOTEDo not operate either top switch after loosening the valve.18. While retaining the tonneau panel and the rear glass,
remove the emergency tool from the specified insertion
location in the tonneau hinge and close the tonneau panel.
NOTEWhen you close the tonneau panel, hydraulic pressure
may make it stiff. Slowly press the tonneau panel down-
ward.
CAUTION
!Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down
when you loosen the valve.
H
CAUTION
!Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down.
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Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear
window.To adjust the vertical mirror positionIt is possible to move the mirror up and down to adjust its posi-
tion.
To reduce the glareType 1The day/night knob (A) at the bottom of the mirror can be used
to adjust the mirror to reduce the glare from the headlights of
vehicles behind you during night driving.1- Daytime position
2- Night position
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For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, when removing the
key, first set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and
then turn the key to the “LOCK” position and remove it.NOTEFor vehicles with an automatic transaxle, the key cannot
be removed unless the selector lever is set in the “P”
(PARK) position.
Key reminder buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position, a tone will sound.
Automatic transaxle
CAUTION
!Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch while driving. The steering wheel will lock,
causing loss of control.If the engine is turned off while driving, the power
brake booster will stop functioning and braking effi-
ciency will be reduced. Also, the power steering sys-
tem will not function and it will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle.Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the engine is not running. This will cause
the battery to run down.Do not turn the key to the “START” position when
the engine is running. It will damage the starter
motor.
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To l o c kRemove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To u n l o c kTurn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
NOTEIf the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from “LOCK”
position to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steering
wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.
CAUTION
!Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the key to the
“ACC” position to unlock the steering wheel.
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