54 31 150 Removing and installing/replacing tension belts
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove convertible top . See 54 34 101 Removing And Installing Complete Convertible Top .
- Partially remove convertible top fabric . See 54 34 120 Replacing Convertible Top Fabric . (Without main support and without last bow).
Feeding out belt at bow 1:
- Release screws (1) on left/right on inside
- Retract convertible top a little
- Pull belt slightly and retract fastening clip
- Feed out start of belt to center over opening (2) towards top
Unfasten screws on left/right side.
Installation:
Fit belt first at bow 1 to obtain tension. Then insert screw here.
Unfasten screws on left/right side.
Installation:
Guide belt clip from rear over last bow.
Feeding belt out of convertible top strip:
- Raise welt
- Remove welt towards rear bottom
Feed out cable towards bottom.
Unfasten screws.
Feed out belt.
Installation:
Pay attention to right (1) and left (2) version.
3 = Rear