41 63 060 Removing And Installing Soft Top Compartment Lid (Convertible)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

Tape off edge of tailgate in area (1) with plastic adhesive tape.

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Move soft top into position shown.

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Danger of injury!

Secure soft top compartment lid against falling closed.

Switch off ignition. (This depressurizes the system).

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage.

Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Cover areas (1).

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NOTE: If fitted: Remove aerial of GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) .

Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 41 63 2AZ .

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Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Lay soft top compartment lid mechanism (1) in convertible top compartment.

Lower soft top compartment lid.

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Open tailgate with ignition key.

Remove protective caps (1) and release screws (1) below.

Tightening torque 41 63 4AZ .

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Secure tailgate (1) in position shown.

Feed out soft top compartment lid (2) with aid of a second person in direction of arrow.

Set soft top compartment lid down on a clean support.

Installation:

The positioning aids dispense with the need for adjustment after installation.

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