Removing and installing windstop: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Windstop

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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Windstop Components

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CAUTION: Danger of damage if windstop parts are not fitted correctly.

Windstop parts must always be fitted or engaged correctly, especially when driving with the convertible-top open.

REMOVING & INSTALLING WINDSTOP

No.	Designation	Qty.	Removal	Installation
1	Left outer windstop part	1	Press outer windstop parts -1- . See Fig 2 .	Insert outer windstop parts -1- . See Fig 2 .
2	Right outer windstop part	1	Press outer windstop parts -2- . See Fig 2 .	Insert outer windstop parts -2- . See Fig 2 .
3	Centre windstop part	1	Open one of the two locking levers on the windstop -3-arrow--3- . See Fig 2 .	First insert into the central mount, then engage the two upper fastening points.