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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Folding Top Glare Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 284777 Size: SH
  1. Open the folding top stowage lid.

    2. Object Number: 289910 Size: SH
  2. Position the folding top with the number one and number five bow up.

    3. Object Number: 214592 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws attaching each end of the glare cover to the number five bow (5).
  4. Remove the screws attaching the elastic straps to the number five bow.
  5. Drill out the rivets attaching the glare cover to the number five bow.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 214592 Size: SH
  1. Rivet the glare cover to the number five bow (5).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the screws attaching the glare cover to the number five bow.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the glare cover screws to 2 N·m (17 lb in).

  3. Install the screws attaching the elastic straps to the number five bow.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the elastic strap attaching screws to 2 N·m (17 lb in).

  4. Close the stowage lid and latch the top.