Gap between side window and side panel

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Ideal adjustment:

Gaps (A and B) between side window (1) and side panel (2):

Measurement (A) = 10 mm

Measurement (B) = 16 mm

IMPORTANT: Side window glass must run into seal when soft top is closed.

Fig 1: Identifying Gap Between Side Window And Side Panel

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Open EasyLoad, luggage compartment.

Remove plug (1).

Slacken screw (2) underneath.

Adjust measurement (A) by moving side window glass.

Tightening torque 51 37 3AZ

NOTE: If setting is not achieved: ADJUST POWER WINDOW REGULATOR if necessary

Fig 2: Removing Screw

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Raise door pillar sealing cloth from inside window cavity cover strip interior.

Slacken screw (1) underneath.

Adjust measurement (B) by moving side window glass.

Tightening torque 51 37 3AZ .

NOTE: If setting is not achieved: ADJUST POWER WINDOW REGULATOR if necessary

Fig 3: Removing Screw

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