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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the lock pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Upper Convertible) or Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Coupe) or Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Lower Convertible and Hard Top) in Interior Trim.
    2. Fig 1: Folding Top With The #1 Bow And The #5 Bow Up
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  2. Position the #1 bow and the #5 bow in an up position.
  3. Disconnect the rear defogger electrical connections.
  4. Using a grease pencil mark the folding top mounting locations on both sides.
    5. Fig 2: Folding Top Pillar Bracket Bolts
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  5. Remove the the folding top pillar bracket bolts with an assistant.
  6. With an assistant, slide the top slightly up and then rearward and out of the pillar bracket.
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