Convertible top compartment cover latch - assembly overview

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NOTE:

When working on the convertible top electrical system, disconnect vehicle battery ground strap.

Fig 1: Convertible Top Compartment Cover Latch - Assembly Overview

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1 - Right tension plate

Removing → Convertible top compartment cover, removing and installing .

2 - Screw

21 Nm

3 - Locking washer

4 - Screw

21 Nm

5 - Securing clips

6 - Lock bolt (motor/switch)

10 Nm

7 - Left push rod

Preset.

8 - Left convertible top compartment cover lock

The Left Convertible Top Compartment Cover Switch F290 is secured on the lock.
Removing → Left and right convertible top compartment cover locks, removing and installing .

9 - Left tension plate

Removing → Convertible top compartment cover, removing and installing .

10 - Convertible Top Compartment Cover Locking Motor V222 (Convertible Top Compartment Latch Switch (unlock) F293)

Removing Convertible top compartment cover lock, removing and installing .
Adjusting → Convertible top compartment cover, adjusting drive motor .

11 - Right push rod

Preset

12 - Right convertible top compartment cover lock

The Compartment Cover Locked Right Switch 1 F200 is secured on the lock.
Removing Left and right convertible top compartment cover locks, removing and installing .