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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Folding Top Latch Lever Replacement

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 289910 Size: SH
  1. Position the folding top with the #1 bow and the #5 bow up.

    2. Object Number: 784473 Size: SH
  2. Use a grease pencil to mark the location of the latch to be removed.
  3. Remove the trim cover from the latch

    4. Object Number: 784478 Size: SH
  4. Rotate the handle to align the hole with the bolt.

    5. Object Number: 784485 Size: SH

    Important: Do NOT allow the right anchor plate to drop inside the top.

  5. Remove the bolts and the latch handle assembly. Before removing the second bolt on the right side, pivot the handle to expose the bolt hole. Loosely replace the bolt to hold the anchor plate in position.

Installation Procedure

    Important: When you install a new latch, leave the spacing collar on the latch handle to achieve a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the striker.

  1. Remove the latch handle trim cover, if installed.
  2. Align the latch to the marks on the roof.
  3. Loosely install the latch handle to the roof.
  4. Rotate the handle to access the inboard mounting bolt.
    5. • When installing a latch handle with a spacing collar installed, apply forward pressure to the handle while tightening the mounting bolts.
    • If the spacing collar is not available, position the latch handle with a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the latch.

    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.

  5. Install the inboard bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  6. Rotate the handle.
  7. Install the outboard bolt.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  8. Remove the spacing collar.
  9. Completely engage the latch handle.

    10. Object Number: 784487 Size: SH
  10. Position the trim cover to the latch handle and press the trim cover into place until fully seated.
  11. Inspect the top latches for proper operation.
  12. Position top to original position.