2004 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 111

Raising the Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Lower both windows and sun visors and turn the ignition key to OFF. After pressing the release button, the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full-down position, if they have not already been lowered. 2. Tilt the driver's seat forward and press the storage compartment release button, or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost. Lift the storage compartment lid (C). 3. Pull the top up by firmly gripping the front edge (A) of the convertible top with your hand and applying a brisk, firm upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position. 2-55