Installing the convertible top compartment lid mechanism

• Position the convertible top compartment lid mechanism (1) on the previously made mark.
• Tighten down screws (2).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Convertible top compartment lid mechanism on bodyshell
  Screw	tightening torque	19 Nm

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• Position the angle bracket (2).
• Tighten down screws (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Convertible top compartment lid mechanism on bodyshell
  Screw	tightening torque	19 Nm

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• Connect plug connection (3) and lock.
• Insert the Bowden cable for the convertible top compartment lid release (1) on the convertible top compartment lid mechanism (2) and clip it into place.

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• Insert the Bowden cable (2) and clip it into place.
• Tighten down screw (1).

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• Check that the retaining clips (1) on the hydraulic cylinder (2) are fitted correctly.
• Clip the hydraulic cylinder (2) into place on the corresponding ball-hubs.
• Clip the brackets for the respective hydraulic lines to the convertible top compartment hinge cover.

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COMPARTMENT LID .