The Sky Slidertis a full-length, soft-top, power-roof that opens front to rear or rear to front.
Sky SliderTUsage Precautions
NOTE:
• The system prohibits Sky Slidert operation when ambient temperature is at –4°F (–20°C) or lower.
• The system prohibits Sky Slidertoperation at vehicle speeds of 86 mph (138 km/h) or above.
• Opening and closing the Sky Slidert consecutively without the engine running may run the battery down.
CAUTION!
• Never attempt to open or close the Sky Slidertwhen it is frozen. Wait until the Sky Slidert is thawed before operating.
• Opening the Sky Slidertwhen damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the soft-top material and the inside of your vehicle. Make sure the Sky Slidertis dry before opening.
• Always close the Sky Slidert when leaving your vehicle so as not to leave the interior exposed to potentially damaging outdoor conditions.
• Do not leave the Sky Slidertopen for several weeks at a time. Close it occasionally to prevent discolora- tion in the folds of the fabric and to allow the creases to smooth out. This is especially important if the Sky Slidertwas opened when not completely dry. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the Sky Slider,tvehicle contents, and the vehicle interior.
WARNING!
• In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with the Sky Slidertopen. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. • Before operating the Sky Slider,tmake sure that no moving parts
of the Sky Slidertcan injure a person or animal.
• Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near the Sky Slidert components or the roof area while operating the Sky Slider.t • If potential danger exists while opening or closing the Sky Slidert
in Automatic Mode, press and release the switch immediately to interrupt the operation.
• If potential danger exists while opening or closing the Sky Slidert in Operator Mode, release the switch immediately to interrupt the operation.
• Do not allow small children to operate the Sky Slider.t
• Never leave children in a vehicle, with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the Sky Slidert while operating the Power Top switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
Power Top Control
The Power Top switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console.
NOTE: The Power Top switch will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or ACC position, and when the accessory delay feature is active.
Opening the Sky SliderT
Using Automatic Mode
Press the switch rearward and release it within1⁄2second
and the Sky Slidertwill open from the front and move automatically toward the rear of the vehicle.
Press the switch forward and release it within1⁄2second
and the Sky Slidert will open from the rear and move automatically toward the front of the vehicle.
For either operation, the Sky Slidertwill open fully and stop automatically unless you interrupt the operation by pressing and releasing the switch again.
NOTE: You can press the switch in either direction to interrupt the operation.
To resume the operation from a partially open position, press and release the switch once again.
NOTE: The Sky Slidertwill not open from the front and the rear at the same time. The Sky Slidertmust close fully before opening it from the opposite end.
Using Operator Mode
Press the switch rearward and hold it and the Sky Slidert will open from the front and move toward the rear of the vehicle.
Press the switch forward and hold it and the Sky Slidert will open from the rear and move toward the front of the vehicle.
For either operation, the Sky Slidertwill open fully and stop automatically unless you interrupt the operation by releasing the switch.
To resume the operation from a partially open position, press and hold the switch once again.
NOTE: The Sky Slidertwill not open from the front and the rear at the same time. The Sky Slidertmust close fully before opening it from the opposite end.
Closing the Sky SliderT
Using Automatic Mode
Press and release the button in the center of the switch and the Sky Slidert will close automatically from any position. The Sky Slidertwill close fully and stop auto- matically.
Using Operator Mode
Press the switch rearward and hold it and the Sky Slidert will move forward.
Press the switch forward and hold it and the Sky Slidert will move rearward.
For either operation, the Sky Slidertwill close fully and stop automatically unless you interrupt the operation by releasing the switch.
To resume the operation from a partially closed position, press and hold the switch once again.
Manually
The Sky Slidert drive motors are mounted to the roof above the cargo lamp. In the event that your vehicle losses battery power, you can close the Sky Slidert by turning the drive gears in the appropriate motor with a 6 mm Allen wrench. To do so, you must first remove the cargo lamp from the headliner. Then, insert the wrench into the “Allen” shaped hole in the appropriate motor and turn the wrench clockwise until the top closes completely. The left motor facing forward will close the top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle. The right motor will close the top when it is open from the front of the vehicle.
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
The Sky Slidertwill retract automatically if it detects an obstruction while closing. If this occurs, remove the obstruction and use the switch again to close the Sky Slider.t
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the Sky Slidertis almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the Sky Slidertbefore closing.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the Sky Slidert in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the Sky Slidertopen, adjust the Sky Slidertopening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sky SliderT Maintenance
Refer to “Sky SlidertTop Care” under “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in Section 7 of this manual.