2006 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 123

Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always close the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors. Notice: Lowering the convertible top when there are objects in the storage area could damage it or break the glass rear window. Always verify that no objects are in the storage area before lowering the convertible top. Notice: Lowering the top if it is damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the top before lowering it. Notice: If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather (0°F/-18°C or lower), you may damage top components. Do not lower the top in cold weather. Notice: If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion, you could damage the top or the top mechanism. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before raising or lowering the convertible top. Lowering the Manual Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into NEUTRAL and set the parking brake. 2. Make sure the ignition is turned off. 3. Make sure the trunk is closed and the rear trunk partition in the rear storage area is in the fastened upright position. See "Rear Trunk Partition" under Rear Storage Area on page 2-52. 4. The convertible top front latch, located above the inside rearview mirror, must be unlocked. Pull the convertible top front latch down and turn it clockwise to unlock it. 2-61