Installing convertible top

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Fig 1: Installing Convertible Top Components (1 Of 2)

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INSTALLING CONVERTIBLE TOP INSTRUCTIONS (STEPS 1-4)

No.	Procedure	Instructions
1	Screwing convertible top to the roll-over bar	Position the convertible-top support on the roll-over bar and fasten it with the fastening screws -13-A and B- . See Fig 1 .
2	Detaching push bar	At the main bow, press out the ball socket -11- . See Fig 1 .
3	Attaching restraining straps	On the cloth covering, engage the left and right restraining straps -10- . See Fig 1 .
4	Connecting micro switch	Connect the electrical plug connection at the microswitch -12- . See Fig 1 .

Fig 2: Installing Convertible Top Components (2 Of 2)

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INSTALLING CONVERTIBLE TOP INSTRUCTIONS (STEPS 5-9)

No.	Procedure	Instructions
5	Exiting "Convertible top in service position" procedure	Press the tension bow -7- . See Fig 2 .
6	Convertible top in service position as of model year 2003	Detach holding strap -8-9- . See Fig 2 .
7	Pressing in tension cable	Press the ball socket -6- . See Fig 2 .
8	Attaching cloth covering	Engage the strip -4-5- . See Fig 2 .
9	Installing side-lining panels	Insert the left and right side-lining panels -3-1-2- . See Fig 2 .