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54 37 060 Removing and installing/replacing trim strip for roof shell, middle left or right

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Move convertible top into service position .

Move convertible top so that angle of hinges is not  ≤90°.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Pressure in hydraulic system drops and convertible top loses its position.

Support rear roof shell to convertible top cover with suitable auxiliary material.

Auxiliary material must lie over wide area and if possible over entire length.

Rear roof shell is supported by auxiliary material on convertible top cover.

Fig 1: Move Convertible Top Into Service Position
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Roof shells block each other.

Lever out covers of clips (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Clips
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Release and remove clips (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Clips
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Remove trim strip (2) from roof hinge bracket.

Installation: 

Guide lug (1) must not be damaged.

Make sure guide lug (1) is correctly seated in roof hinge bracket.

Fig 4: Identifying Lug And Trim Strip
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NOTE: Secure spring wire with adhesive tape. Risk of damage!
Fig 5: Identifying Spring Wire Adhesive Tape
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