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Installing Cover Strip

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Fig 1: Identifying Installation Position For Cover Strip
G09590368Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Information 

Seal for convertible-top tip must not be trapped. There must be no gap between seal and covering, and the seal with the covering must run evenly. If necessary, pull the seal up and out and tap it in again.

  1. Position cover strip -2-  on roof frame -3-  and screw down with the fastening screws -1-  . Tightening torque → Tightening torque: 3.5 Nm (2.5 ftlb.) 
    Fig 2: Identifying Cover Strip Screw
    G09590369Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.