2005 Chrysler Sebring Owner Manual Convertible - Page 49

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 49 CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION CAUTION! To avoid damage to the sunvisors, rotate the driver's and passenger's sunvisor to the forward (against glass) position before raising or lowering the convertible top. WARNING! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does, and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision. Therefore it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times when riding in a convertible. Studies have shown that it is generally safer to remain inside a vehicle during a collision, than to be ejected from the vehicle. NOTE: The top and top storage area should be thoroughly dry before lowering the top. To Lower The Top: NOTE: To avoid damage to the convertible top or its components, your vehicle is equipped with a feature that prevents convertible top operation at speeds over 10 mph (16 km/h). 3 CAUTION! To fully insure that no damage occurs, be sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop with the gear selector in the Park position before lowering or raising the top. 1. To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window, check the top storage area at the rear of the vehicle interior to be sure that it is clear of debris or other items. Be sure that child seat flip up bars are lowered. Do not use the top storage area for other storage purposes. 2. Turn the ignition key to the On position.