Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Caution and Notice

Install the upper retractor and attaching bolt
Tighten

Tighten the retractor bolt to 41 N.m (31 lb ft) Install the lower retractor and attaching bolt.

Tighten the lower retractor bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Upper/Lower Retractor & Attaching Bolt
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Install the lock pillar 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.

Fig 2: View Of Lock Pillar Trim Panel
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Install the upper guide bolt and cover.
Tighten

Tighten the upper guide bolt to 41 N.m (31 lb ft).
Snap the cover closed.

Fig 3: Installing Upper Guide Bolt & Cover
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Install the side sill trim plate. Refer to DOOR SILL PLATE REPLACEMENT in Interior Trim.

Fig 4: View Of Side Sill Trim Plate
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