2000 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 51

Convertible NOTE The trunk pass-through can only be used when the top is raised. If you attempt to lower the top with the top storage bag suspended from the hooks or with a load pressing against the top storage bag, the SID will display the message "CHECK SOFT TOP STORAGE" (see page 48). 51 Cleaning the soft top, 9-3 Convertible NOTE • Note that some automatic car washes can damage a textile soft top. This applies to washes that have mechanical feelers in contact with the bodywork. We advise against washing a Saab 9-3 Convertible in automatic car washes. • Park in the shade if possible. Long standing in strong sunlight can affect the color and material of the soft top. • Never use strong bleaches or abrasive cleaning agents, since they can damage the textile soft top. • Wash bird droppings off at once, since they can have a corrosive effect on the textile soft top and paint. • During prolonged parking, especially winter storage, the soft top should be up to give optimum airing of the fabric. • Do not wash the fabric soft-top with a high-pressure jet. • Strong detergents and solvents can damage the flame retardant treatment of the soft top. Trunk Pass-Through in the rear seatback for long, narrow loads A trunk pass-through is provided in the rear seatback support so that long narrow objects can be carried. Before using this trunk pass-through, the rear seatback must be lowered. Suspend the top storage bag by means of the hooks as previously described on page. 50. Pass through for long loads IB857