54 34 304 Removing and installing/replacing window guide for rear window

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Open soft top compartment until all hydraulic cylinders are extended.

Support soft top compartment lid in SERVICE POSITION

Fig 1: Identifying Convertible Top Compartment Lid

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Gasket (window guide) on soft top fins:

Release screws (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Gasket (Window Guide), Screws And Nut

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Pull soft top cover with threaded bolt (1) out of gasket (2).

Fig 3: Pulling Soft Top Cover With Threaded Bolt Out Of Gasket

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Pull gasket (1) out of window cutout.

Installation note:

Spray corner bow with assembly fluid and attach gasket in corner bow from left, outside to the center.

Use plastic wedge for pressing and visually check lip position.

Fig 4: Identifying Window Cutout Gasket

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