2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual Convertible - Page 104

102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When operating the power convertible top, the trunk lid will pivot at the rear of the vehicle, swing open by the rear window, and then pivot backward. This allows room for the top to retract into or unfold from its stowage area in the trunk. Spring-loaded flipper doors, which provide clearance for the linkage, close off notches in the quarter trim panels when the top is down. Power Convertible Top Usage Precautions NOTE: When lowering the top, the system extends the hard tonneau cover, which stows conveniently underneath the • The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is stationary, the cargo shield is positioned correctly, trunk lid. The tonneau cover closes the area between the and the trunk lid is closed and latched. In addition, the rear seats and the trunk lid to conceal the top when system prohibits lowering the top when ambient temstowed. perature is at 0°F (-18°C) or lower, However, the When raising the top, the system retracts the hard system allows you to raise the top at ambient temperatonneau cover back into its stowage area underneath the tures as low as -40°F (-40°C). trunk lid. • Do not attempt to lower the top when frost, ice, or To complete either operation, the trunk lid returns to its snow may be present, this could cause damage or normal position and then latches. prevent the top from stowing completely.