2007 Toyota Solara Owners Manual - Page 325

If the convertible top does not rise or lower If the convertible top does not rise or lower during convertible top control switch operation, have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer. If raising the convertible top manually is unavoidable, see "RAISING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUALLY". Then you should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not lower the convertible top manually. It may cause damage to the system. RAISING THE MANUALLY CONVERTIBLE TOP quarter 1. Lower the side windows, windows and sun visors. 3. From the rear seat, place one hand on top of the rear seat head restraint. With the other hand, grasp the edge of the convertible top at the center and slowly raise the top halfway. 4. Move to the front seat, and grasp the handle underneath the convertible top. Pull the top forward. Holding the convertible top against the windshield frame, push the latch handles fully forward until they are hooked. Visually check that the latch handles are fully seated in the strikers. Also, pull on the convertible top side rails to make sure the top is securely hooked. If the battery is discharged and the windows cannot be lowered, open both doors. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. Open either door or wait for 43 seconds before raising the convertible top manually. 311