54 37 067 Removing and installing/replacing hinge

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove hinge cover

Installation:

Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
Screw connection must be completed within 20 mins. (start of curing)
Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
Thread of nut must be cleaned beforehand in event of repeated use

NOTE: A helper is required for the following operations.

IMPORTANT: Tape off cover (1) of roof hinge bracket in marked area.
Risk of damage!

With a second person helping, secure roof shell at front against tilting.

Release screws (2).

Installation:

Replace microencapsulated screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover Of Roof Hinge Bracket

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Release nuts (1) on roof hinge bracket.

Installation:

Replace nuts.

Screw on bracket loosely.

Bracket should still be able to be slid in order to center itself.

Close convertible top.

Screw down rear nut and open convertible top.

Screw down front nut.

Tightening torque: see 10AZ in 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .

Fig 2: Identifying Front And Rear Nut

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Check gap dimensions for convertible top.