For any adventurous Jeep owner, there’s nothing like removing your soft top roof on a beautiful day for that feeling of closeness to nature. The following Jeep soft top maintenance guidelines will keep yours in great shape for as long as possible. You should also know when to replace it.
Storage Tips for Long-Lasting Durability
Clean Your Soft Top Often
Every time you clean your car, also clean the soft top. Gently rinse away any dirt and debris, then use a suitable soft top cleaning product or mild soap solution to wipe the fabric surface down with circular motions. You can ask our technicians for guidance on the ideal cleaning products for your Jeep’s soft top fabric.
Avoid High-Pressure Washing
Note that your Jeep’s soft top material and seals can be damaged by high-pressure washing. It’s best to avoid automatic car washes that use high-pressure jets of water and harsh brush scrubbing.
Lubricate the Seals and Zippers
When cleaning your soft top, pay close attention to the seals and zippers and remove any trapped dirt. These metallic parts are susceptible to corrosion if left unprotected. You can prevent corrosion by regularly applying a layer of wax or silicone spray to the seals and zippers, which also provides lubrication to help them function smoothly.
Apply a Protective Coating
UV rays in sunlight are a threat to soft tops over time; direct sunlight can cause the fabric material to gradually fade and crack. To prevent this, obtain a special soft top coating product with UV-protection qualities, and apply it routinely to keep your soft top supple and looking great for the long run.
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Jeep’s Soft Top
It’s unlikely that your soft top will outlast the vehicle, which means you’ll need to replace it once or twice. If your soft top has started to leak and allow rain into your Jeep when closed, it’s time for a new one. Any indication that it no longer fits your Jeep snugly, such as flapping sounds when driving, means you need a replacement. Other warning signs are discoloration from sunlight, cracks, and tears.
A soft top should be effortless to remove and install. If yours gets stuck or takes you too much time to remove, you’ll probably need a new one. Damaged or snapped zippers or missing zipper teeth are another sign that an aging soft top has to go. Sometimes, these issues can be repaired to extend the soft top’s lifespan; our experienced Jeep technicians can either fix or promptly replace your soft top.
Bring your Jeep to Ed Martin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Anderson, IN, today for soft top maintenance or any other essential vehicle services.
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