54 34 018 Removing And Installing/Replacing Convertible Top Compartment

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Open convertible top compartment lid until all hydraulic cylinders are completely extended.

Fig 1: Opening Convertible Top Compartment

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Lever out expander rivets in marked area.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets.

Fig 2: Identifying Expander Rivets Area

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Lever out expander rivets on left and right in marked area.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets.

Stow convertible top compartment in downward direction.

Fig 3: Identifying Expander Rivets On Left & Right In Marked Area

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Unclip ball end from spring (1) on left and right.

Fig 4: Unclipping Ball

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Unlock rotary shaft pin on left and right and pull out.

Remove convertible top compartment from vehicle.

Fig 5: Locating Rotary Shaft Pin

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