Installing the convertible roof brace for the rear window

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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).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Convertible roof brace to hood linkage
Oval-head screw	Tightening torque	8 Nm

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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 .