Top Fabric Assembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Cover the workbench with thick cloth to prevent damaging the top fabric and rear window.
Place the link onto the top fabric.
Install the top fabric to the front bow.

Fig 1: Installing Top Fabric To Front Bow
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Roll the top fabric over the bow retainer.
Hang the end of the top fabric on the bow retainer.

Fig 2: Assembling Top Fabric To Bow Retainer
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Clamp the top fabric to the bow using water pump pliers which have been wrapped in tape. Pull the top fabric by hand to verify that it is held securely.
Set the convertible top upright.

Fig 3: Clamping Top Fabric To Bow
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Rivet the cables to the front of the link.

Fig 4: Riveting Cables To Front Of Link
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