Convertible top upholstery, removing and installing

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Fig 1: Bringing Convertible Top Into Center Position

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Removing

NOTE:

Convertible top, parts designations → Convertible top - parts designations

Remove convertible top headliner → Convertible top headliner, removing and installing .
Remove convertible top cover → Convertible top - parts designations .
Bring convertible top into center position.

Fig 2: Removing Molding Band And Convertible Top Upholstery From Front Rail Groove

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Remove molding band - 1 - and remove convertible top upholstery from front rail groove - 2 -.

Fig 3: Removing Convertible Top Upholstery From Adhesive Tape On Main Guide

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Remove convertible top upholstery from adhesive tape on main guide - 1 -.

NOTE:

The double-sided tape can be reused if in good condition.

Remove bolt from back end of convertible top upholstery in bracket.
Slide convertible top upholstery forward out of bracket upper groove - 2 -.
Pull convertible top upholstery to side and out of rails.

Installing

Installation of the convertible top upholstery is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:

Ensure all convertible top components are positioned and function properly.
Perform function test.