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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 165
(Continued)
FOLDING WINDSHIELD
The fold-down windshield on your vehicle is a structural
element that can provide some protection in some accidents.
The windshield also provides some protection against
weather, road debris and intrusion of small branches and
other objects.
Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the windshield
down, as
you lose the protection this structural element can
provide.
If required for certain off-road uses, the windshield can be
folded
down. However, the protection afforded by the wind-
shield is then lost. If you fold down the windshield, drive
s
lowly an
d cautiously. It is recommended that the speed of
the vehicle be limited to 10
mph (16 km/h), with low range
operati
on preferred if you are driving off-road with the
windshield folded down.
Raise the windshield as soon as the task that required its
removal
is completed and before you return to on-road
driving. Both you and your passengers should wear seat
belts at all times, on-road and off-road, regardless of whether
the windshield is raised or folded down.
Outside rearview mirrors are mounted on the doors. If you
choose
to remove the doors, see an authorized dealer for a
replacement cowl-mounted outside mirror. Federal law
requires outside mirrors on vehicles for on-road use.
CAUTION!
Lowering of the windshield is NOT recommended in
vehicles
equipped with a Power Sliding Top. Damage
will occur to the top as well as the header seal.
WARNING!
• Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the windshield
down.
• Do
not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is
secure
ly fastened, either up or down.
• Eye protection, such as goggles, should be worn at all
times
when the windshield is down.
• Be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for
raisin
g the windshield. Make sure that the folding
windshield, windshield wipers, side bars, and all asso
-
ciated hardware and fasteners are correctly and tightly
assembl
ed before driving your vehicle. Failure to
follow these instructions may prevent your vehicle
from providing you and your passengers’ protection in
some accidents.
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