Electric convertible top (ECLIPSE SPY- DER)
The electric convertible top can be opened and closed using the dash mounted control switches.
WARNING!
● While the vehicle is being driven, passengers must not stand up in the vehicle, sit on the tonneau panel, or put any part of their bodies out of the vehicle. Passengers failing to observe this caution may suffer serious injuries in the event of hard braking or a col- lision.
● Never attempt to operate the electric convertible top while the vehicle is in motion.
● Never leave a child alone in the vehicle.
● Before operating the electric convertible top, inform other vehicle occupants that you are going to cause the top to move and have them exercise caution. Otherwise, sudden opening or closing of the win- dows may cause injuries.
● While the top is being opened or closed, vehicle occupants must keep their heads, necks, and other body parts away from the power windows and other moving components and away from the windshield top edge on which the top is retained.
● If child restraint systems are mounted in the rear seat or children are seated in the rear seat, remove the child from the vehicle before operating the elec- tric convertible top.
CAUTION! ● When the top is completely lowered, keep the rear
window defogger turned off to avoid damage to the top.
● Secure all loose objects inside the vehicle when driv- ing with the top down.
● Never drive the vehicle with the top in a partly open/partly closed state. If the top is neither fully open nor fully closed when the vehicle is driven, there is a risk of serious injuries and a risk that the top will be caught by the wind, resulting in an acci- dent.
● Do not open or close the top in a strong wind. The top may not work normally in a strong wind.
WARNING!
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NOTE ● The opening or closing operation of the top cannot be per-
formed when the vehicle is in motion. ● For information about the cleaning of the top, refer to the
section “Convertible top” on page 7-77. ● When leaving the vehicle unattended, be sure to close the
top and remove the ignition key. ● To avoid damage, do not sit or place luggage or any heavy
objects on the top itself, or the area around it. ● Make sure nothing is in the top storage area (top and
behind the rear seats) when raising or lowering the top. Even a small article may interfere with the operation of the top and may damage the top or cause it to malfunction.
● Always be sure the top is completely dry before it is low- ered. Lowering the top while wet or damp may cause inte- rior water damage, water stains or mildew of the top. It can also cause the top to deteriorate and shrink.
● Never operate the top when temperatures are 32 °F (0 °C) or below. The fabric of the top may be damaged. If neces- sary, allow the vehicle to set for a while in a heated garage prior to operating the convertible top mechanism.
● A roof top or luggage carrier of any type or design MUST NOT be used on the ECLIPSE SPYDER’s top. This includes, but is not limited to ski, bicycle or luggage racks. Damage to the top may result.
● Before opening or closing the top, make sure there are no obstructions above the vehicle. For opening and closing of the top, there must be upward clearance of approximately 6.6 feet (2 m) as measured from the ground.
● The trunk lid cannot be opened until opening or closing of the electric convertible top is complete.
● The power windows cannot be operated until opening or closing of the electric convertible top is complete.
Normal operation
The top can be opened and closed using the top switches.
Requirements for operation
The top can be opened and closed when the following require- ments are all satisfied.
● The ambient temperature is 32 °F (0 °C) or higher. ● The vehicle is stationary. ● The ignition switch is in the “ON” position. ● The trunk lid is closed. ● The latch handles are unlocked.
NOTE ● If either of the top switches is operated when the require-
ments for operation are not all satisfied, the operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flash per second) and a tone will sound intermittently and rap- idly (approximately three times per second) to indicate that opening/closing operation is not possible. If you are not able to perform opening/closing operation when the requirements are all satisfied, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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Top switches
The top can be opened and closed using the switches. The top moves only while a switch is being pushed.
1- OPEN switch 2- CLOSE switch 3- Operation indicator lamp
NOTE
● If the OPEN switch and CLOSE switch are both pushed at
the same time, the operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flashes per second) and a tone will sound intermittently and rapidly (approximately three per second) to indicate that the top is not going to work. To operate the top, release the switches and push the rele- vant switch again.
● If the switches are continuously pushed one after the other, a protection circuit may operate, making the electric convertible top temporarily inoperable. In this event, the operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flash per second) and a tone will sound intermittently (approximately three times per second). Wait about 7 min- utes, then try operating the electric convertible top again.
To open the top
1. Without obstructing traffic, stop the vehicle on a level, firm surface where the top can be safely operated.
2. Securely apply the parking brake. If the vehicle has an automatic transaxle, place the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle, place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
NOTE ● The top can be operated with the selector lever of an auto-
matic transaxle in a position other than “P” (PARK) and with the gearshift lever of a manual transaxle in a position other than “N” (Neutral). For safety, however, you should place the selector lever or gearshift lever (as relevant) in the indicated position and apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine. NOTE
● Operating the top without the engine running can drain the battery. To avoid a dead battery, operate the top with the engine running.
4. Pull down both sun visors.
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5. Push the left and right release buttons (A) to unlock the latch handles (B) and cause them to slightly rise.
6. Pull the latch handles (B) toward you until they lock in position.
NOTE
● Make sure the latch handles (B) are securely locked in place. Operating the electric convertible top without first locking the latch handles in position could cause the elec- tric convertible top to malfunction.
● If you pull the driver’s-side latch handle (B) while listen- ing to the audio system, an audible beep will sound and the audio system’s sound equalization will change to set- tings that are optimized for operation with the electric convertible top open.
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7. When you push the OPEN switch, a tone will sound and the top will start to operate. Keep pressing the OPEN switch until the top is fully open. Refer to “Top switches” on page 3-33.
NOTE
● When the top reaches the fully open position, a tone sounds once and the operation indicator lamp goes off to show that the operation is complete.
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NOTE ● During operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flash per second).
● If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or retracted position. During this time, the operation indica- tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2 minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.
● The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top is moving.
● When the OPEN switch is pushed, the door windows and quarter windows automatically open fully before the top starts moving.
● If the CLOSE switch is pushed when the top is fully closed, the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly (approximately one flash per second) and a tone sounds intermittently and rapidly (approximately three times per second) to indicate that the top is not going to move.
To close the top
1. When you push the CLOSE switch, a tone will sound and the top will start to operate. Keep pressing the CLOSE switch until the top is fully closed. Refer to “Top switches” on page 3-33.
NOTE ● When the top reaches the fully closed position, a tone
sounds once and the operation indicator lamp goes off to show that the operation is complete.
WARNING! ● To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.
● To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper- ating the top.
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NOTE ● During operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately one flash per second).
● If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or retracted position. During this time, the operation indica- tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2 minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.
● The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top is moving.
● When the CLOSE switch is pushed, the door windows and quarter windows automatically open fully before the top starts moving.
● If the OPEN switch is pushed when the top is fully open, the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly (approxi- mately one flash per second) and a tone sounds intermit- tently and rapidly (approximately three times per second) to indicate that the top is not going to move.
WARNING! ● To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.
● To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper- ating the top.
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2. Pull down both sun visors.
3. Firmly return the latch handles (B) until they click and lock into position. Return the sun visors to their original positions.
NOTE
● If you lock the driver’s-side latch handle (B) while listening to the audio system, an audible beep will sound and the audio system’s sound equalization will change to set- tings that are optimized for operation with the electric convertible top closed.
Part-open warning buzzer
If you start to drive the vehicle with the top partly open, the operation indicator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per second) and a tone will sound for approximately 5 seconds to indicate that the top is partly open. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and completely open or close the top. If the electric convertible top malfunctions
If the electric convertible top malfunctions, the operation indi- cator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per second) and a tone will sound intermittently and slowly (approximately once per second) to indicate the system fault when either top switch is operated. If the operation indicator lamp does not go off when a period of 10 minutes or longer has elapsed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
WARNING! ● Make sure the latch handles (B) are securely locked
in place. Driving the vehicle without first locking the latch handles in position could cause the top to open, resulting in a serious accident.
B
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Wind deflector (if so equipped)
The wind deflector reduces turbulent airflow inside the vehicle for greater comfort when driving with the electric convertible top open.
NOTE ● The optional wind deflector is stored in a bag in the trunk.
To prevent damage it should always be kept in this bag when not installed. Do not place heavy objects (e.g. crates or heavy shopping bags) on top of the wind deflector.
Installing the wind deflector
1. Open half of the bottom frame (A) and half of the top frame (B) of the wind deflector as shown by the arrows.
WARNING!
● The two rear seats must not be occupied when the wind deflector is installed.
● Never place any object on the wind deflector. An object on the wind deflector could cause damage to the deflector and/or the vehicle. It could be blown off when the vehicle is in motion.
● Adjust the front passenger’s seat so that the seat does not come in contact with the wind deflector to ensure that the front passenger’s seat weight sensor can correctly sense the weight being applied to the seat.
CAUTION! ● When you adjust the front seats when the wind
deflector is installed, be careful not to push the backrests into the wind deflector when reclining the seats or when moving them back.
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2. While pushing the slide (C) in the direction of the arrow, install the top and bottom frames, then release the slide (C). Make sure both of the frames are securely engaged.
3. Move the locking pin (D) to the position (2).
1- Stowed position 2- Installation position 3- Locked position
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4. From inside the vehicle, insert the two retainer pegs (E) all the way into mountings provided (F).
5. Align the locking pins (D) with the holes (G) in the vehi- cle. Slide the locking pins (D) toward the outside and insert them in the holes to retain the wind deflector. Make sure that the wind deflector is securely installed in the vehicle.
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NOTE
● When you insert the locking pins (D) into the holes (G), they may be stiff. If this happens, adjust each locking pin (D) to a length that enables secure retention of the wind deflector. To adjust the length of each locking pin (D), turn the end of the locking pin using a screwdriver.
6. Raise the top frame to the full upright position as illus- trated.
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Removing the wind deflector
Trying to remove the wind deflector improperly will cause damage or destruction.
NOTE
● Follow the removal procedure exactly to avoid damage or destruction of the wind deflector.
1. Fold down the top of the wind deflector.
2. Slide the locking pins (D) inward to remove them from the holes (G) in the vehicle.
3. Slightly slide the wind deflector forward to clear the upholstery and then lift the deflector out of the vehicle.
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4. Slide the slide (C) toward the middle to unlock the bottom frame (A) and the top frame (B).
5. Move the locking pin (D) to the position (1).
1- Stowed position 2- Installation position 3- Locked position
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6. Fold the split halves forward in the direction of bold arrows.
Operate the electric convertible top manually
If the top fails to close by means of switch operation, check whether the requirements for operation are all satisfied. Refer to “Requirements for operation” on page 3-32. If the require- ments are all satisfied but the top is failing to close by means of switch operation, you can close the top by hand.
NOTE ● The top cannot be opened by hand. If the top fails to open
by means of switch operation, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
● For manual closing of the electric convertible top, it is advisable for two people to work together. In particular, the task of folding up the top and extending it forward is much easier for two people than for one. If no assistance is available, you may find it easiest to position yourself on the rear seat and lift up the electric convertible top by grasping it at the center.
● When the top has been closed by hand, it can become inoperable (neither openable nor closable) by means of switch operation. After closing the top by hand, be sure to have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
CAUTION! ● Do not manually close the top when there is a strong
wind.
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To close the top by manually
1. Without obstructing traffic, stop the vehicle on a level, firm surface where you can work safely.
2. Securely apply the parking brake. If the vehicle has an automatic transaxle, place the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle, place the gearshift lever in the 1st position.
3. Completely open the power windows. 4. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position. 5. Pull down both sun visors. 6. Slide the front seats fully forward. Tip the seatbacks for-
ward. Refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward” on page 2-5 and “To adjust the seatback” on page 2-6.
7. Remove the woofer cover (A) in the center of the rear seat by gently pulling at its side edges.
8. Remove the emergency tool (B) that is mounted in the rear seat behind the woofer cover.
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9. Insert the stamped end of the emergency tool stamped with a part number into the specified location (C).
10. Slowly move the emergency tool in the direction of the arrow to unlock the tonneau panel.
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11. Step out of the vehicle. Open the tonneau panel. Insert the non-stamped end of the emergency tool into the specified location in the tonneau hinge (D) to hold the tonneau panel in place.
NOTE
● If you were to insert the stamped end of the emergency tool into the tonneau hinge, the emergency tool would interfere with the top when you lifted the top.
12. Step into the vehicle. Firmly grasp the top and slowly raise it.
Black : One person working alone
White : Two people working together
CAUTION! ● Leave the emergency tool inserted in the specified
location (D) in the tonneau hinge. Removing the emergency tool while the work is in progress could cause the tonneau panel to fall down, resulting in damage or injury.
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13. Slowly close the top until it touches the top edge of the windshield.
14. With the top closed, return the latch handles (E) until they lock into position. Return the sun visors to their original positions.
CAUTION!
● Be careful not to trap your hands and fingers when
closing the top.
WARNING!
● Make sure the latch handles (E) are securely locked in place. Driving the vehicle without first locking the latch handles in position could cause the top to open, resulting in a serious accident.
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15. Step out of the vehicle. Remove the strap (F) that retains the top.
16. Open the cover (G) on the passenger-seat side of the space in which the top was stowed.
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17. While holding the rear window, turn the handle of the valve (H) counterclockwise to release the pressure in the valve. At this time, turn the handle until it can be turned no further.
NOTE
● Do not operate either top switch after loosening the valve.
18. While retaining the tonneau panel and the rear glass, remove the emergency tool from the specified insertion location in the tonneau hinge and close the tonneau panel.
NOTE
● When you close the tonneau panel, hydraulic pressure may make it stiff. Slowly press the tonneau panel down- ward.
CAUTION! ● Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Otherwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down when you loosen the valve.
CAUTION! ● Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Otherwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down.
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19. Step into the vehicle. Insert the stamped end of the emer- gency tool into the specified location (C). Slowly move the emergency tool in the direction of the arrow to lock the tonneau panel.
20. Close the rear window.
21. Pulling up the lining, remove the clips (I).
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22. Lift up the cover on each side. Locate the holes (J) on each side into which you will insert the emergency tool.
23. Insert the stamped end of the emergency tool into the holes (J). Push the emergency tool upward in the direction of the arrow to secure the rear window. Do this on both sides.
24. Return the emergency tool to its original position. Install the speaker cover.
NOTE
● When the work is complete, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possi- ble.
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