2008 Ford Mustang Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69

Driver Controls To lower the convertible top: 1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Key must be in the ON position. It is recommended that the vehicle's engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery. 2. Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top. Check the convertible top outer surface to be sure it is free of leaves and debris. The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into the open position 3. Unclamp the top from the windshield header by pulling each latch handle down and then rotating the latch to the rear until it clears the header. Note: If the top has not been lowered for some time and sticks to the windshield header, push the front of the top up slightly with your hand to loosen it. 4. Push the convertible top switch on the overhead console and hold until the windows are completely down and the top is completely stored. 69 2008 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)