Convertible Top (Hardtop)
Convertible Top (Hardtop)
The retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches in the vehicle. When opening/closing the roof and window glass operate together. The front roof is stored in the storage area under rear roof.
To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays dry, close the roof and both windows securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
Convertible Top Precautions
Always confirm that there are no people around the vehicle before operating the roof:
If the roof were to operate unexpectedly, it could result in an accident and serious injury from someone getting caught in the mechanism.
Sit in the seat with the seat belt correctly fastened when the vehicle is moving:
Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on the rear roof 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 roof:
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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When getting in or out of the vehicle with the roof open, be careful not to hit your head or body on the corner of the windscreen glass. It may cause an injury.
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Do not drive with the roof partially opened; this could damage the roof or cause an unexpected accident.
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Children should not be allowed to play with the retractable hardtop switch.
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Do not place objects or cargo around the rear roof, rear glass, or the front roof storage area. Even small objects may interfere and cause damage.
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Remove leaves that accumulate on and around the roof. If the leaves are not removed, they may block the water drainage outlets.
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Before opening the roof, make sure the rear window defogger switch (Defroster) is turned off. Otherwise the heat generated from the defogger could damage the roof and the internal material.
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When opening/closing the roof, verify that there is no obstruction above the roof (about 1.6 m (5 ft 2 in) from the ground) so as not to damage the roof or the obstruction.
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When opening/closing the roof, do not apply any load to the front roof or the rear roof. The opening/closing mechanism of the roof may be damaged.
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Do not spray water directly near the seam of the window and roof when washing off dirt on the roof with water. Otherwise, water may enter the cabin.
Refer to Convertible Top (Retractable Hardtop) Maintenance (Search).
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Open/close the roof with the vehicle parked on a hard, level ground in a safe place where the vehicle does not obstruct traffic. If the roof is opened/closed on a slope or bump, the opening/closing mechanism of the roof may be damaged.
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Do not drive through an automatic car wash as it may damage the roof.
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Do not open or close the roof forcefully when the ambient temperature is low and the roof or the surrounding area is frozen as it could damage the roof.
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Opening the roof while it is wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger compartment.
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Do not open or close the roof in a strong wind as it could damage the roof.
Operation Indication
Opening the Roof
When opening the roof, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind. Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the roof down.
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Park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place where the vehicle does not obstruct traffic.
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Shift the shift lever to neutral on a manual transmission vehicle.
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Shift the selector lever to P on an automatic transmission vehicle.
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Apply the parking brake.
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Make sure that the boot is closed.
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Start the engine to prevent the battery from going dead.
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Continue pressing the retractable hardtop switch in the open direction until the roof opening operation is completed. When the opening operation is completed, a beep sound is activated and the operation indicator light turns off.
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If the retractable hardtop switch is pressed in the open direction, a warning beep sounds.
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When pressing the retractable hardtop switch while the windows are closed, the windows open slightly. If the switch is continuously pressed in the open direction until the roof opening operation is completed, the windows return to their original positions. However, the windows may not return to their original positions depending on the conditions.
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The roof keeps opening and the operation indicator light flashes while the retractable hardtop switch is pressed in the open direction.
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If the switch is released while the roof is opening, the roof stops opening. If the switch is pressed in the open direction again, the roof resumes opening.
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When the roof is half-open, the front roof resumes opening after the rear roof is completely open.
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Closing the Roof
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Park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place where the vehicle does not obstruct traffic.
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Shift the shift lever to neutral on a manual transmission vehicle.
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Shift the selector lever to P on an automatic transmission vehicle.
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Apply the parking brake.
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Make sure that the boot is closed.
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Slightly slide the seats back if they are in the foremost position.
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Start the engine to prevent the battery from going dead.
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Continue pressing the retractable hardtop switch in the close direction until the roof closing operation is completed. When the closing operation is completed, a beep sound is activated and the operation indicator light turns off.
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If the retractable hardtop switch is pressed in the close direction, a warning beep sounds.
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When pressing the retractable hardtop switch while the windows are closed, the windows open slightly. If the switch is continuously pressed in the close direction until the roof closing operation is completed, the windows return to their original positions. However, the windows may not return to their original positions depending on the conditions. If this happens, completely close the windows using the power window switch.
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The roof keeps closing and the operation indicator light flashes while the retractable hardtop switch is pressed in the close direction.
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If the switch is released while the roof is closing, the roof stops closing. If the switch is pressed in the close direction again, the roof resumes closing.
Operation Conditions
If the following conditions have been satisfied, the roof can be opened/closed.
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The ignition is switched ON.
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Shift/selector lever is in a position other than R (reverse).
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Vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or less.
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The boot lid is closed.
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The vehicle is tilted at an angle of 15 degrees or less.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h (6.2 mph) during the opening/closing operation, the opening/closing operation of the roof stops midstream. If the roof stops midstream, visibility at the rear may be impaired or damage to the roof may occur which could lead to an accident. Operate the switch again with the vehicle stopped, depending on the road and traffic conditions, to complete opening/closing operation of the roof.
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For the purposes of safety when opening/closing the roof, follow the instructions for Opening the Roof and Closing the Roof.
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If the roof cannot be closed even after the operation conditions are all met, have it checked at an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The roof can be closed manually as an emergency measure.
Refer to When the Roof Cannot be Closed (Search).
Power Window Interlocking Operation
When opening/closing the roof, the power windows lower automatically for improved operability.
If the vehicle battery is disconnected for vehicle maintenance or other reasons, the power windows will not lower automatically. If the power windows do not lower, reset the power window automatic open/close function.
Refer to Auto-opening (Search).
