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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Folding Top Stowage Compartment Lid Latch Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the folding top stowage compartment lid.

    2. Object Number: 214140 Size: SH
  2. Remove the bolts attaching the striker to the lid.
  3. Remove the striker and the shims.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 214140 Size: SH
  1. Position the striker and the shims to the lid with the arrow on the striker pointed downward.

    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 bolts attaching the striker, beginning with the driver side bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Inspect the operation of the compartment lid.
  4. Close the compartment lid.