2005 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 58

56 9-3 Convertible • Roof racks and ski holders must not be mounted on the soft top. • On no account should anything be put into the stowage space of the soft top (under the soft top cover) since this could cause an obstruction when the soft top is being folded away. • Do not place any objects on the covers over the roll bars as this can hamper their function. • When operating the soft top, raise or fold it fully until notified that operation is complete by the SID. Do not leave the soft top partially open/closed. If the soft top is left in an intermediate position it will collapse progressively after 20 seconds to prevent overloading the drive system. • Washing the soft top, see page 252. Advice on soft top operation • Once you have raised the soft top and before driving off, always check that the soft top is properly engaged with the windshield rail. • Once you have folded the soft top and before driving off, check that the soft top cover is locked. • Do not operate the soft top in temperatures below 23°F (-5°C). • Note that certain automatic car washes can damage the soft top. This applies to car washes that use mechanical feelers bearing against the body. Saab advises against washing the Convertible in an automatic car wash. • After rain or washing the car, allow the soft top to dry completely before folding it. Folding a wet or damp soft top can cause water damage in the car and mildew to form on the soft top. WARNING • Never touch the hinges and struts of the soft top nor the upper rail of the windshield while operating the soft top. • Do not operate the soft top while there are bystanders close to the car.