Move Convertible Top To Service Position

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Fig 1: Moving Convertible Top

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NOTE: Operation of the hood in service position

Risk of damage to hood frame and rear window

→ Do not move the hood to the "Close" position by electrical means when in service position.

Switch on ignition.
Unlock convertible top and raise convertible-top compartment lid to its top position.

Fig 2: Identifying Convertible Top
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Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
Disengage strip on cloth covering -1- in a downward direction out of the combination holder -2- at the left and right.

Fig 3: Loosening Cloth Covering Strip
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Raise convertible top -1- slightly at the rear -Arrow A- . Press the ball socket of the left and right tension cables -2- out of the ball head of the adjusting piece -3- (-Arrow B-) .

Fig 4: Releasing Tension Cables
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Pull Velcro fastener of the retaining strap -1- off the tension bow and engage it on the centering journal -2- at the front.

Fig 5: Locating Retaining Strap And Centering Journal
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