I would highly recommend leaving the top in the up/closed position whenever you are not actively driving with the top down. The weak point in the convertible top is actually the 5th bow straps, not the mechanical or hydraulic system (trust me, I am on my 2nd top and 3rd set of straps courtesy of the Nissan extended "warranty").
The good news is that higher quality straps exist and a knowledgeable upholstery shop should be able to install them for you relatively inexpensively should an issue occur.
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