1998 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 124

If your vehicle has lost battery power, you can still open the storage compartment lid (C) using the manual release cable. NOTICE: Be sure that the rear edge of the convertible (B) top is in the full-down position before lowering the top into the storage compartment or damage to the top may occur. The cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the driver and passenger seats in the center the of vehicle. When using the manual release, you must first open the doors to prevent damageto the seals. To access the cable, lift and pull backthe carpeting. Then pull the cable to release the storage compartment lid if needed. 5. Push forward on the front edge of the convertible (A) top to allow the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be rotated to its full-down position. 2-71