54 34 159 Removing and installing left convertible top fastener

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove cowl trim panel. See 54 34 127 Removing and installing/replacing cowl panel trim (convertible top fastener) .

Detach cable strap (2).

Lever out retaining ring and detach ball socket (3).

NOTE: Do not misadjust control element.
If necessary, adjust (tension) control element .

Left convertible top fastener only:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection

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Unfasten screws.

Installation:

Replace Torx screws and insert with Loctite.

Pull flex shaft (1) off drive.

Remove convertible top fastener.

Fig 2: Identifying Flex Shaft

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Ideal adjustment:

Convertible top must close flush with cowl panel.

Observe gap dimensions

Fig 3: Identifying Convertible Top Flush With Cowl Panel

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