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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1286888  Size: SH

    Important: Inspect the flushness of the folding top stowage lid to the body before removal.

  1. Cycle the folding top stowage compartment lid to the open position.
  2. Remove the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel. Refer to Folding Top Stowage Compartment Lid Extension Panel Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 1300074  Size: SH
  4. With a grease pencil or suitable marking device, mark the location of the folding top stowage lid to the hinges to ensure alignment.
  5. Note the wiring routing before removing the wire retaining harness clips from the hinges.
  6. Place a rolled up towel under the folding top stowage lid to protect the painted surfaces.

  7. Object Number: 1300057  Size: SH
  8. Remove the folding top stowage lid fasteners.

  9. Object Number: 1300071  Size: SH
  10. With the aid of an assistant, remove the folding top stowage lid from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1300071  Size: SH
  1. With the aid of an assistant, place the folding top stowage lid onto the folding top stowage hinges.

  2. Object Number: 1300057  Size: SH
  3. Install the folding top stowage lid fasteners.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Align the marks on the stowage compartment lid to the hinges.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Route the wiring harness onto the folding top stowage lid hinges and install the wiring harness retaining clips.
  8. Install the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel. Refer to Folding Top Stowage Compartment Lid Extension Panel Replacement .
  9. Lower the folding top stowage lid in order to inspect for flushness to the body.
  10. Cycle the folding top in order to inspect the operation of the system. Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation .
  11. Close the folding top.