Convertible Top Compartment -Open- Switch -F407-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

-- Bring the convertible top into its service position. Refer to Position : 1 .

-- Remove the side trim panel for the convertible top compartment. Refer to OVERVIEW - CONVERTIBLE TOP COMPARTMENT .

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- and free up the wiring harness.

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-- Release the securing tab -1- -arrow- open the bracket downward and remove the cable holder -7- from the lower ball pin.

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-- Release the catch -6- and remove the cable holder with the wiring harness from the hydraulic cylinder -5-.

-- Release the catches -2- and remove the cover -3- from the hydraulic cylinder -1-.

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-- Cut through the cable ties -4-.

Fig 1: Convertible Top Compartment -Open- Switch -F407-

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-- Turn the hydraulic line -2- to the side.

-- Remove the bolt -3-.

-- Remove the switch -1-.