Adjusting Linkage For Rear Cover

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The precondition for exact adjustment of the linkage for the rear cover is that the convertible-top compartment lid is perfectly adjusted and correctly locked in accordance with the joining plan. → WM 5X00IN DIAGRAM - BODY GAP DIMENSIONS (ALL MODELS)

Open cover flaps for roll-over bar -arrows- .

Fig 1: Opening Cover Flaps
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Check the alignment with respect to the convertible-top compartment lid and B-pillar and correct it by moving them if necessary. → Gap dimension A: 7 mm 1 mm → Gap dimension B: 2 mm 1.3 mm

Fig 2: Adjusting Linkage
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Screw in and tighten fastening screws -1, 2- through the opening in the convertible-top compartment lid -3- and passenger compartment. → Tightening torque: 45 Nm (33 ft. lb.)

Fig 3: Identifying Passenger Compartment Linkage
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Close cover flaps for roll-over bar.