REP-TAT-P-5462-01 Removing left or right rollover protection system

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Preliminary work

Remove the SEAT BELT FINISHER STRIP
Remove ROLL-OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM
Remove the TRIM PANEL of the roll bar on the side
Detach the REAR SEAT BELT
Remove the RELEASE UNIT for the left or right rear seat backrest

Prerequisite

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Loosen screws (1).
Loosen screws (2).

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Loosen screw (2).
Loosen screws (3).
Remove rollover protection system (4) upwards.

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