Operation of the Convertible Top
The mechanically operated top of the Studebaker convertible models is raised and lowered by an electric motor and prelubricated driving arms and gears. The mechanism is controlled by a lever located at the left of the two control handles at the lower edge of the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the car. Moving the lever to the left raises the top, and to the right, lowers it. When the lever is released from either of these positions, it automatically returns to the central position, stopping the electric motor.
Always let the motor operate the top—never try to force the top up or down by hand.