2003 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 57

J07R_8R09_EA_02G.book Page 18 Monday, July 1, 2002 11:30 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks • Before lowering or raising the top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface. • Make sure nothing is on the top or near the back window when raising or lowering the top. Even small objects may interfere and cause damage. • When lowering the top, make sure objects inside the vehicle aren't blown away by the wind. • Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the top down. • To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays dry, close the top securely and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. • Don't drive through an automatic car wash; it may damage the top. • Don't raise or lower the top when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this will damage the top material. • Don't lower the top when it's wet. If the top dries while folded, it will deteriorate and shrink. • Lowering the top while it's wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger compartment. • Don't raise or lower the top when the wind is strong; the wind could damage the top. 4. Remove all objects in the top storage area. M Lowering the Convertible Top 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition. 3. Pull down the sunvisors. Sunvisor Sunvisor WARNING Objects in the Storage Area: Putting heavy or sharp objects in the top storage area is dangerous. During a sudden stop or collision, they can become projectiles that might hit and injure passengers. Don't place heavy or sharp objects in the top storage area. 3-18 Form No. 8R09-EA-02G