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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Roof 🢒 Removable Top 🢒 Roof Lift Off Panel Rear Locator Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear roof bow center interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Roof Bow Trim Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 63747 Size: SH
  2. Mark the location of the locator bracket.
  3. Remove the locator bracket mounting bolts.
  4. Remove the locator and bracket.
  5. Mark the location of the locator.
  6. Remove the locator from the bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 63747 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the rear locator to the locator bracket.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the roof rear locator to locator bracket bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  2. Install the bracket with the locator to the roof center bow.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the roof rear locator bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Check and adjust the roof panel as necessary. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Adjustment .
  4. Install the roof bow center interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Roof Bow Trim Panel Replacement .