Installation Procedure

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Install the #4 bow to the main control link bracket.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the #4 bow screws to the main control link bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 13 N.m (10 lb ft).
Position the top right side up and in a fully raised position.
Staple the stay pad to the #4 bow.

Fig 1: Headliner Screws To #2 & #4 Bow

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Install the headliner screws to the #4 bow.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Turn the top over.

Fig 2: Rear Window To #4 Bow

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Install the rear window support elastic strap screws to the #4 bow.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m 18 lb in).
Install the headliner elastic strap screws to the #5 bow
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the headliner screws to the rear side rails.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Install the glare cover end screws to the #5 bow.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Before stapling the top cover to the #5 bow, Refer to Folding Top Cover Tension Adjustment - Rear .
Install the folding top. Refer to Folding Top Replacement .
Reposition the folding top to the original position.