Removing Rear Hardtop Locking Mechanism

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Hardtop Locking Mechanism Installation Position

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Information 

Only for removal of the rear left hardtop locking mechanism.

1. Undo fastening screw -1-  and remove support for centering peg -2-  .
   Fig 2: Removing Centering Peg Support

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   Information 

   Only for removal of the rear left hardtop locking mechanism.

2. Unclip lining -1-  at the sides from the hardtop body -2-  .
   Fig 3: Removing Sides Lining

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   Information 

   Only for removal of the rear left hardtop locking mechanism.

3. Drill out tubular rivet -1-  , disconnect electric plug connection for rear window heating -2-  and remove wiring harness -3-  from hardtop body -4-  .
   Fig 4: Disconnecting Rear Window Heating

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4. Unclip trim panel -1-  for the rear hardtop locking mechanism upwards.
   Fig 5: Removing Trim Panel

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5. Loosen fastening screw -1-  for the rear hardtop locking mechanism -2-  by approx. two turns and then loosen fully by hand (approx. eight turns).
   Fig 6: Releasing Rear Hardtop Locking Mechanism

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6. Unscrew fastening screws -3-  and remove hardtop locking mechanism -2-  from hardtop body.