Convertible Top, Performing Water Test

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Convertible top must be closed.

-- Spread water evenly on the rear area of the convertible top.

-- Pay attention if water on both sides of the front area of the rear wheel flows quickly.

-- Repeat on both sides.

-- Open the convertible top -1- -arrow- and bring into position so that the plenum chamber convertible top cases -2- are accessible.

Fig 1: Identifying Plenum Chamber Convertible Top Cases

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-- Check if water is in the container.

-- Check the drains for clogs and dirt, if necessary clean.