2011 Volvo C70 Owner's Manual - Page 102

04 Interior Power retractable hard top Before operating the power retractable hard top CAUTION If the power retractable hard top is lowered while it is wet, water may drip into the passenger compartment or trunk • If the vehicle is parked outdoors, the engine should be idling to help avoid battery drain. CAUTION If the instructions on these pages are not followed, damage to the power retractable hard top's mechanism may occur. • There should be at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) of free space from the ground (distance A in the illustration). A 04 • There should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) of free space behind the vehicle (distance B in the illustration in the center column). WARNING • Due to the low roofline of the Volvo C70, it B is necessary to have the front seat head restraints in the lowest position (see page 100) before operating the power retractable hard top. G020800 • The power retractable hard top must not be obstructed in any way when it is being operated. Always have an unobstructed view of the power retractable hard top when it is in motion. See also the decal on the trunk divider. Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top's moving parts before it is operated. Children must never be allowed to play with the power retractable hard top control button. Do not leave the power retractable hard top motionless longer than necessary while it is being operated. Do not leave the key in the ignition if there are children in the vehicle. Please observe the following information before operating the power retractable hard top: • The ambient temperature should be above 14°F (-10°C). • The trunk divider (see page 103) must be closed. • There should be no objects on the power retractable hard top's cover. • Remove all snow, ice or loose objects from the power retractable hard top and trunk lid. • The trunk must be closed. • The vehicle must be at a standstill and the brake pedal must be pressed. Volvo also recommends the following: • The top should be dry before it is lowered. • The vehicle should be parked outdoors, on level ground. • Raising or lowering the power retractable hard top should preferably be done in one, continuous operation. 102