Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata - Manual (Page 107)

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12. Slide the hardtop rearward while
pressing down on the rear deck
latches to unlock the latches.
Hardtop
Rear deck latch
13. Lift the hardtop straight off the body
to prevent damage to the rear deck
latches and studs.
Hardtop
Rear deck stud
WARNING
Be careful of the windshield's edges
when getting into or out of the vehicle:
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.
CAUTION
Ø Be careful not to strike the body
with any of the protruding
hardtop latches.
Ø Use extreme care when carrying
the hardtop to prevent scratching
or other damage to it.
NOTE
Points to remember when storing the
detachable hardtop.
l Do not place the hardtop on a hard surface,
such as concrete or asphalt. Place it on a
cushioning material, such as an old
blanket.
l Be sure the top and side latches are locked.
l Do not lean the hardtop against a wall or
stand it in an unstable way.
l Store the hardtop in a dry clean area, and
cover it with a soft material, such as an old
blanket.
14. Return the belt guides and the
seatbacks to their original positions.
15. Disconnect the hardtop rear window
defroster coupler (A) from the coupler
(B), and remove the convertible top
rear window defroster coupler (C)
from its holder (D).
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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