Installing the convertible roof brace for the rear window

• Check clamps (2) for damage and, if necessary, replace them.

  Clamps must not be missing or damaged.

• Position the convertible top bow (1) on the convertible top fabric (3) and fasten to the clamps (2).
• Position the cable (4) and connect and lock the connector.

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• Position the convertible top fabric (2) with the convertible top bow (3) on the previously set marks.
• Tighten the screws (1).

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• Position the retaining straps (2) and fasten with the clips (1) in the arrow direction.

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• Feed in the wiring harness (2) on the retaining tabs (3).
• Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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• Feed in the luggage strap (1) on the convertible top fabric (2).

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  NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.
• Hook the convertible top fabric (1) at the retaining tabs (2) in arrow direction.

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• Position the convertible top fabric (1) on the convertible top bow and fold it downwards in arrow direction.
• Fasten the convertible top fabric (1) with the edge stripping (2) to the convertible top bow.

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• Fasten the convertible top fabric (1) with the edge stripping (2) to the convertible top bow (3).

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• Fold the convertible top fabric (1) forwards.
• Position the retaining strap (4).
• Guide in the bolt (3).
• Fasten the retaining clip (2).

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• Fold the convertible top fabric (1) further forward.
• Fasten the edge stripping (2) to the convertible top bow (3).

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• Fasten the wiring harness (1) at the hook and loop fasteners (2).

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• Hook in the tension cable (2).
• Position the retaining clip (1).

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  NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.
• Fasten the adhesive tape (1).

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• Replace the double-sided adhesive tape in the area (1).

  Parts:  Double-sided adhesive tape

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• Position the convertible top fabric (1) in arrow direction on the convertible top bow.

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• Fasten the adhesive tape (1) on the left and right to the convertible top bow (2).

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE SEAL FOR THE CONVERTIBLE TOP BRACE .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE SEAL FOR THE WINDSHIELD PANEL .
• Refer to ADJUSTING DOOR WINDOW GLASS .
• Refer to ADJUSTING THE REAR SIDE WINDOW .