54 37 166 Removing and installing/replacing left/right kinematics boxes

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open soft top compartment cover.

IMPORTANT: Convertible top compartment lid can tilt forwards when hydraulic cylinders are removed and must be supported with suitable apparatus.

Fig 1: Identifying Convertible Top Compartment Lid

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Unlock and detach retaining clip (1).

Drive out pin.

Fig 2: Detaching Retaining Clip

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Release screws (1).

Remove kinematics box.

Fig 3: Identifying Kinematics Box Screws

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Adjusting kinematics box

NOTE: Kinematics box must not be at top dead center.

Insert screws (1).

Kinematics box should still be able to be slid in order to center itself.

Close soft top compartment lid.

Fig 4: Identifying Kinematics Box Screws

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Open tailgate.

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 54 37 02AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Kinematics Box Screws

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Installation note:

If necessary, manually adjust the kinematics box.