1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 100

NOTICE: Don't lift the frontedge of the roof panel higher than 8 inches (200 mm) when the cornersare in the brackets.If you do, youcould damage the roof panel. 3. Lower the front of the roof panel, centering it over the latch pin. 4. Pull the release toward you and press down on the Installing theRoof Panel I " * IJTION: roof panel. 5. Push the release forward until it latches. An improperly attachedroof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attachedby pushing up on the undersideof the panel near thebolts. Check now and then to sure theroof panel is firmly be in place. 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, turn the ignition key to LOCK and move both sunshades to the side. panel to be sure it is locked 6. Gently lift up on the roof in place. 2. If the roof panel is stored in the rear area, remove it by reversing the steps described previously under "Storing the Roof Panel." 2-57