Convertible top compartment cover lock, removing and installing

Fig 1: Convertible Top Compartment Cover Lock, Removing/Installing

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Removing 

• Bring convertible top into center position.
• Remove convertible top compartment well front trim.
• Mark position of Convertible Top Compartment Cover Locking Motor V222 before removal.
• Remove securing spring from ball socket and press push rod of ball stud (version 1) or remove securing clips and press push rods from guide pins (version 2).

• Disconnect electrical connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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• Remove screws - arrows  -.
• Remove Convertible Top Compartment Cover Locking Motor V222/Convertible Top Compartment Latch Switch (unlock) F293.

Installing 

• Secure motor according to markings applied earlier and tighten bolts.

Tightening torque → Convertible top compartment cover latch - assembly overview .