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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1302512  Size: SH
  1. Cycle the folding top open 100 mm (4 in).
  2. Stop the folding top at this point.
  3. Remove the front headliner. Refer to Roof Retractable Front Headlining Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  4. Object Number: 1311137  Size: SH
  5. Using a grease pencil or suitable marking device, mark the location of the folding top rear upper strikers to the folding top rear panel.

  6. Object Number: 1311145  Size: SH
  7. Remove the folding top rear upper striker fasteners.

  8. Object Number: 1311146  Size: SH
  9. Remove the folding top rear upper striker from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1311146  Size: SH
  1. Install the folding top rear upper striker to the vehicle.

  2. Object Number: 1311145  Size: SH
  3. Install the folding top rear upper striker fasteners. Hand tighten only.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Align the folding top rear upper striker to the alignment marks.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the folding top rear upper striker fasteners to 10 N·m (88 lb in).

  7. Install the front headliner. Refer to Roof Retractable Front Headlining Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. Inspect the folding top for proper orientation. Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation .
  9. Cycle the folding top closed.