Rugged Ridge XHD Soft Top, Tan, Tinted Windows, 97-06 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) - Manual (Page 8)

Care and Maintenance of Your New Top.
Your top is made of the finest materials available. To keep it looking new and for the maximum
possible ware, it will need periodic cleaning and maintenance.
Washing:
The fabric should be washed often using soap, warm water and a soft bristle brush. Rinse with
clear water to remove all traces of soap.
Zippers:
Keeping the zipper cleaned and lubricated with a
silicone lubricant will help prevent damage and
keep the zippers in a smooth working condition.
If a zipper opens behind the slider, the slider may
have been spread apart. This problem can usually
be repaired by using an ordinary pair of pliers to
bring the sides back into parallel. Return slider to
end of the zipper in the normal open position.
Squeeze lightly at first and test the zipper. If
the zipper continues to remain open, squeeze
more firmly with the pliers and try the zipper again.
repeat this procedure until the zipper operates
correctly.
Water:
In the event of seeping through the seams, 3M Scotchgard® may be applied on the inside of
the seams to stop the seepage. Rips in the fabric may be repaired with Bondex® iron on
patches. Iron the patches to the inside of the top, carefully following the Bondex® instructions.
Snaps:
Keep snaps cleaned and lubricated with silicone to help prevent snaps from sticking to the studs.
If a snap does become stuck to a stud, use a small flat head screw driver and GENTLY pry
apart to prevent permanent damage to the snap or the top fabric.
Windows:
Keep windows clean to avoid scratching. DO NOT use a brush on the windows! Wash with
a water soaked cloth or sponge and a mild dish washing detergent. NEVER WIPE THE
WINDOWS WHEN THEY ARE DRY! Be careful when cleaning snow or frost from the vinyl
WINDOWS WHEN THEY ARE DRY! Be careful when cleaning snow or frost from the vinyl
windows since they are easily scratched and may crack at low temperatures. DO NOT roll
the sides or rear window in cold weather. The windows become stiff and will crack.
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