54 34 365 Removing and installing front bow

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Open folding sunroof a few centimeters to relieve tension on soft top fabric.

Pull off trim (1) towards rear.

Fig 1: Pulling Off Trim

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Detach soft top fabric (1) from front bow (2).

Installation:

Replace double-sided adhesive tape.

Fig 2: Detaching Soft Top Fabric

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Unclip front plastic catches (1) in marked area.

If necessary, remove soft top fabric (2) from front bow (front) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Soft Top Fabric

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Detach tension cable (1) at side from roof frame.

Installation:

Secure tension cable (1) to front bow with insulating tape.

Fig 4: Identifying Tension Cable

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Mark screws (1).

Release left and right screws (1).

Remove front bow (2).

Installation:

Align front bow centrally and align to cowl panel seal with soft top closed.

Insert screws with Loctite.

Tightening torque 54 34 8AZ.

Fig 5: Identifying Front Bow And Screws

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Adjusting front bow:

Mark all screws.

Slacken screws.

Tightening torque 54 34 8AZ.

Align front bow centrally and align to cowl panel seal with soft top closed.

Installation:

Check for leaks. If necessary, repeat work steps.

Fig 6: Identifying Front Bow Screws

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