Convertible Top (Soft Top)

When opening/closing the convertible top, park the vehicle in a safe place where it does not obstruct traffic.

Convertible Top Precautions

Sit in the seat with the seat belt correctly fastened when the vehicle is moving:

Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on the convertible top storage area or centre console when the vehicle is moving is a dangerous way to ride. During a sudden manoeuvre or collision you could be seriously injured or even killed.

Always keep your hands and fingers away from the fastening mechanisms when moving the convertible top:

It is dangerous to place your hands or fingers near the fastening mechanisms. Your hands or fingers could be caught and injured by the mechanism.

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Remove leaves or other matter that may accumulate on and around the convertible top. If leaves or other matter block the drain filter, water may enter the vehicle. Clean the drain filter at least once a year.

Refer to Convertible Top Maintenance (Search).
Before opening the convertible top, make sure the rear window defogger switch is turned off. Otherwise the heat generated from the defogger could damage the convertible top and the internal material.
Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface.
Make sure nothing is on the convertible top or near the back window when raising or lowering the convertible top.

Even small objects may interfere and cause damage.
Do not drive through an automatic car wash; it may damage the convertible top.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this will damage the convertible top material.
Do not lower the convertible top when it's wet. If the convertible top dries while folded, it will deteriorate and mold.
Lowering the convertible top while it's wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger compartment.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top in a strong wind as it could damage the convertible top or cause an unexpected accident.

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The power windows go down automatically in conjunction with the convertible top opening/closing. However, this is a function for improving the operability, and it does not mean there is a problem. If the vehicle battery is disconnected for vehicle maintenance or other reasons, the power windows will not go down automatically. If the power windows do not go down, the automatic open/close mechanism for the windows must be reset.

Refer to Auto-opening (Search).
When lowering the convertible top, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind.
Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the convertible top down.
To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays dry, close the convertible top and both windows securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
The soft top is made of high quality material and if it is not maintained correctly, the material could harden, becomes stained, or have an uneven gloss.

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Lowering the Convertible Top

Do not sit on the folded convertible top. Otherwise, the convertible top could be damaged or you may fall off and be injured.

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Make sure the parking brake is applied.
If the engine is running, turn it off.
Make sure there are no objects which have been placed in the area where the convertible top is to be retracted.
With the lock release button depressed forward, pull back the top latch lever to unlock it.
Remove the striker from the anchor.

If the power windows do not go down automatically, fully open the windows or open the doors.

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Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the front edge and pull it toward the vehicle rear.

To lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles.

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Move the convertible top rearward and fold it while pressing the rear glass lightly with your hand.
With the back end of the convertible top pressed, press the front end until a latch sound is heard.

Lightly rock the retracted convertible top to make sure it is securely locked.

Raising the Convertible Top

Make sure the parking brake is applied.
If the engine is running, turn it off.
Pull up the unlock lever to disengage the lock.
Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the front edge and pull it towards the vehicle front.
- If the power windows do not go down automatically, fully open the windows or open the doors.
- To raise the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles.
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Sitting in a seat, grasp the convertible top's handles, and press the convertible top against the windscreen.

Make sure the striker engages with the anchor, move the top latch slowly, and then push the top latch upward until a latch sound is heard.

Driving with the convertible top not fully locked could damage the convertible top.

If the red indicator is visible on the lock release button, the convertible top is not locked. After locking the convertible top, verify that the red indicator is not visible.
Do not spray water directly near the seam of the window and convertible top when flushing away dirt on the soft top with water. Otherwise, water may enter the vehicle.

Refer to Convertible Top Maintenance (Search).

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The convertible top may be constricted if it is left retracted for a long period. Therefore, if the top has become constricted, it may be difficult to hook the top latch striker to the anchor.
Make sure the convertible top is securely locked by pushing up on it. If it still sounds loose (rattles) after being locked by the top latch, have it inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

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