Top Fabric Removal 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.

Remove the rivets from the link with a drill.
Drill size
1. 4.0 mm diameter{0.16 in diameter}
Peel the top fabric end.
Remove the rivets from the link using a drill.
Drill size
1. 4.0 mm diameter{0.16 in diameter}
Lower the convertible top to release the cable spring tension, and unhook the spring.

Fig 2: Removing Rivets From Link Using Drill
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Remove the cable from the top fabric.
Pry back the front bow retainer using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable Spring And Screw
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Remove the top fabric from the bow retainer.

Fig 4: Removing Top Fabric From Bow Retainer
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