Installing tension strap (convertible-top with flexible rear window)

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Installing tension strap on the tension bow
Position tension strap -35- on tension bow -31- on the holes provided, rivet on the tension strap with the pop rivets -36- (parts scope component of convertible-top covering).

Fig 1: Installing Tension Strap On Tension Bow
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Installing tension strap on the main bow
Position the strap cover -37- using the holes provided on the tension strap -35- and press into the main bow -20-.

Fig 2: Installing Tension Strap On Main Bow

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Fitting the tension strap on the roof frame (convertible-top frame locked)
Position the tension strap -35- on the roof frame at the rear -22- and fasten the tension strap -35- with the fastening screws -38- . See TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 3: Fitting Tension Strap On Roof Frame

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