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Move Convertible Top To Service Position

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.

  1. Switch on ignition.
  2. Unlock convertible top and raise convertible-top compartment lid to its top position.
    Fig 2: Identifying Convertible Top
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  3. Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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