Immediate removal of any contami-
nant is recommended. Regular wash-
ing of the top will enhance its life and
appearance, and make successive
cleanings easier. Do not subject the top
to excessive heat. Frequently vacuum
the top and storage compartment.WashingHand washing is highly recommended.
Automatic car washing equipment can
damage the top material. If you must
use an automatic car wash, soft cloth
systems are preferred.CAUTION!
Avoid high-pressure car washes, as
they can damage the top material.
Also, increased water pressure may
force water past the weather strips.
General Cleaning
Careful vacuuming of the top before
washing is helpful in removing dust
and other foreign particles. Wash in
partial shade instead of direct sun.
Wet the entire vehicle before washing
the top. The top should be washed
with a soft, natural bristle scrub brush, and a mild soap solution such
as liquid dishwashing soap. Do not
use detergent.
CAUTION!
Never use an abrasive type cleaner
or bleaches. Cleaners should not
contain silicones, organic solvents,
petroleum distillates, or plasticiz-
ers. Always wait until the top is
thoroughly dry before lowering it
into the storage area.
Scrub in all directions, covering an
area of about two square feet at a
time. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse
the entire vehicle with water to re-
move all soap and dirt from the top
fabric and to prevent streaking on
painted and chrome surfaces. Allow
the top to dry before lowering. Vacu-
uming the top with a wet/dry shop
vacuum will decrease the top's drying
time, ensure removal of all dirt, and
delete streaks in the material. Mul-
tiple cleanings may be necessary to
remove stubborn stains. If stains per-
sist, contact your local dealership for
further suggestions. Additional Cleaning Procedure
For additional cleaning assistance in
removing stubborn stains, apply ap-
propriate cleaners to the complete
stain, extending 50 mm beyond the
stain. With a soft bristle brush, scrub
in all directions over the stain. Avoid
heavy scrubbing. Rinse the area with
warm water. If the stain is still appar-
ent, repeat the cleaning procedure.
When the stain is no longer showing,
rinse the complete top with warm wa-
ter. Let the top dry before lowering it.
Protection
For appearance purposes, you may
wish to protect your cloth top periodi-
cally. A fabric protectant is suggested.
The top should be clean and dry be-
fore application of the protectant.
CAUTION!
Avoid getting the fabric protectant
on the surrounding weather strips,
moldings, paint, or glass. Damage
to these items might occur.
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About Your Brakes. . . . . . . . . . .150
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . .151
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . .196
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . .36
Airbag Light . . . . . . .34, 37, 49, 112
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .37
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . .32, 34, 35
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . .34
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . . . . . . . .192
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . .194
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . .136, 194
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . .194
Air Conditioning System . . .129, 194
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . .157
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . .15
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 116
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . .7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . .198, 216
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
. . .151
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . .151
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . .20
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . .19
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . .94
Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . .114, 121
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . .12, 140
Automatic Transmission . . . .141, 202
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . .203
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . .203
Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . .19
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Keyless Transmitter
Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . . .18
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 48
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . .195
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . .154 Brake, Parking
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . .151
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . .201
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . .112
Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . .142
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . .212, 213
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .50, 212
Calibration, Compass . . . . . . . . .123
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . .16
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Caps, Filler Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . .153
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) . .199
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . .48
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . . .67, 129
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
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