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Convertible Top Assembly: Installation

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  1. NOTE: Use care when cutting the tie straps or damage to the convertible top material may occur.

    Cut and remove the number 5 bow and side rail tie straps.

  2. NOTE: Use care when cutting the tie straps or damage to the convertible top material may occur.

    Cut and remove the well sling tie strap.

  3. Place a cargo strap or other suitable device at the convertible top frame number 5 bow bracket and compress the convertible top frame number 5 bow.
    • For 2005 to 2009 model year, compress the convertible top frame number 5 bow approximately 76.2 mm (3 in).
    • For 2010 model year and up, compress the convertible top frame number 5 bow approximately 177.8 mm (7 in).
  4. NOTE: Do not compress the convertible top frame No. 5 bow more than necessary to install it to the vehicle. Excessive compression can damage the convertible top frame No. 5 bow.

    With an assistant, position the convertible top assembly into the vehicle.

  5. Slightly lift up on the number 2 bow and shift the assembly rearward over the trunk. Tuck the rear window glass behind the seat belt towers and then fully lower the convertible top.
  6. Slowly release the convertible top frame number 5 bow, while aligning the guide pins on the convertible top frame with the holes in the rear quarter panels.
  7. Install the LH and RH convertible top frame number 5 bow pivot bolts. Raise the convertible top by hand half way to align the number 5 bow pivot bolt brackets if necessary.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  8. Position the water diverters as shown in illustration, making sure the edges overlap completely, and the diverters are not caught between the brackets and the body.
    Fig 1: Positioning Water Diverters To Convertible Top
    G06393254Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the LH and RH pivot bracket bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  10. Operate the convertible top by hand, to make sure the top operates freely, without binding.
  11. NOTE: It may be necessary to momentarily press the convertible top switch to align the cylinders.

    Position the LH and RH hydraulic lift cylinders.

  12. Install the LH and RH clevis-to-hydraulic lift cylinder rod bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  13. Install the LH and RH hydraulic lift cylinder brackets and bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  14. Connect the convertible top ajar switch electrical connector.
  15. Install the LH and RH bolts attaching the L-brackets to the quarter panel.
    • Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
  16. Install the LH and RH inner quarter window belt line seal brackets and bolts.
  17. Install the LH and RH rear quarter trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  18. Recheck the position of the water diverters, and adjust as necessary for correct placement.
  19. Connect the rear window defrost electrical connector.
  20. If equipped, install the pushpins for the sound pads.
  21. Install the rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
  22. NOTE: It will require force to latch the convertible top after a new convertible top material is installed.

    Fully raise the convertible top.

  23. Position the well sling channel and install the 4 pin-type retainers to the rear seat backrest.
  24. Make sure the door glass and quarter glass correctly seal against the convertible top side rail. If adjustment is necessary, refer to GLASS, FRAMES AND MECHANISMS .
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