Hard Top Sag Repair
Inspect the roof/hard top assembly for the presence of sag, or if the customer complains of water accumulation on the roof. Perform the following procedure to repair.
- Remove front freedom panels to gain access to the rear hard top assembly.
- Remove the six bolts that attach the hard top to the body for a two door or eight bolts that hold down the four door.
- Depress tab on rear wiper motor connector and pull downward to disengage.
- Make two marks on the inside of the hard top 6 cm (2.5 in.) on both sides of the center roof rib, directly above the sport bar.
- Move the hard top back about 10 cm (4 in.) to expose the inner rib section.
- Clean the roof area with isopropyl alcohol.
- Install the foam repair blocks by removing the protective backing tape from the adhesive side. The foam blocks must be centered above the sport bar pad.
- Move the hard top assembly back into position.
- Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace, if necessary.
- Inspect the windshield header seal and make sure it is clean, undamaged, and free of debris.
- Carefully position the hard top assembly on the vehicle making sure that the latches are not pinched between the windshield frame and top.CAUTION: Do not over tighten the top bolts. Over tightening can cause cracking of the hardtop assembly.
- Loosely install the six bolts on a two door or eight bolts on a four door. Ensure that the top is centered on the vehicle and locators are in place in the body side holes and tighten the bolts to 18 N.m ( 13.5 ft. lbs.).
- Connect the wire wiper motor harness connector.
- Connect the rear washer fluid hose.
- Install front freedom panels.