1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 101

3. Lower the roof panel onto thevehicle, rear edge first, and place the rear guide pins into the holes in the roof opening. Convertible Top (Option) The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top. 4. Lower the front of the roof panel, and align the front guide pins. 5. Tighten the rear bolts part way. Lowering Your Convertible Top NOTICE: NOTICE: If you tighten bolts that are improperly started, the threads can become stripped. Be sure allbolts are properly startedbefore you tighten them. Don't leaveyour convertible out with the top down for any long periodsof time. Thesun and the rain can damage your seat material and other things inside your vehicle. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission intoPARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Lower both windows and sunshades and turn the ignition key to LOCK. 6 . Use the ratchet to start the front bolts. If the bolts are hard to start, tighten the rear bolts some more. Holding down the panelon the outsidewill also help. 7. Fully tighten the rear bolts, then the front bolts. If you hear apopping noise when you drive, the bolts may not be tight enough. Be sure tighten to them securely.