54 37... Removing and installing/replacing rear roof shell fastener
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Support convertible top compartment lid in service position
- Remove rear roofliner
Installation:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 min. (start of curing)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Thread of nut must be cleaned beforehand in event of repeated use
NOTE:
Before removing, mark position of screws to ensure correct alignment when installing.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque: see 11AZ in 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .
Replacement only:
Slide locking element upwards fully and screw on loosely.
Locking element should still be able to be slid in order to center itself.
Install roof shell without roofliner.
Close convertible top.
Locking element glides into place.
Open convertible top.
Tighten down screws (1).
Tightening torque: see 11AZ in 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .
Adjusting pretension on fastener:
NOTE:
Mark position of screw.
Slacken screw (1) (do not unscrew fully).
Turn locking element upwards through 0.5 mm.
Tighten screw (1).
Tightening torque: see 11AZ in 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .
Check gap dimensions of roof shell and trim strip. See BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .