- Close the convertible
top.
- Verify the tension in
the folding top cover by setting a 1 m (3.28 ft) straight
edge on the top cover between the #4 and the #5 bows.
- With a ruler, measure the sag distance between the bottom of
the straight edge and the top cover:
| • | Cloth: 15-20 mm (0.60-0.79 in), normally
set at 18 mm (0.70 in) |
| • | Vinyl: 15-20 mm (0.60-0.79 in), normally
set at 15 mm (0.60 in) |
- If the tension does not meet these specifications, modify the
tension by continuing with the following steps.
- To modify the tension, remove the folding top. Refer to
Folding Top Replacement
.
- Remove the #5 bow weatherstrip. Refer to
Folding Top Weatherstrip Replacement
.
- Using a pair of needle-nose
pliers remove the top cover staples.
- Pull the top cover downward to increase the tension.
- Fold the top cover over
the #5 bow and secure with 5 cm (2 in) pinch clamps.
Place the clamps directly over the steel rivets within the bow.
- Using a ruler as before,
verify the tension again and adjust the tension as necessary.
- Staple the top cover to the bow.
- Install the #5 bow weatherstrip. Refer to
Folding Top Weatherstrip Replacement
.
- Reposition the top to the original position.
