Shear pin and lock pin, soft top cover drive mechanism: Fitting

Tap in new lock pins.
IMPORTANT: Tapered shear pins and locking pins can only be removed/fitted in one direction. Be careful not to damage the mechanism.

Fig 1: Illustration For Step 1
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Replace the O-ring over the shaft and fit the universal joint. Make sure the universal joint is positioned correctly.
NOTE: Cars from VIN 37001577 do not require the O-ring.
Tap in a new shear pin.

Fig 2: Illustration For Step 3
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Fit the mechanism and tighten the bolts.
Fit the gas spring's lower mounting.
Use an extension and press back the mechanism and gas spring to the correct position so that the cylinder can be fitted.
Fit the cylinder and fit the stub axles and clips.
Fit the cables and clips.
Certain cars: Fit the universal joint stop screw with thread lock.

Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 4, 7-8

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Refit the upholstery at the soft top storage.
Fit the side trim in the luggage compartment.
Fit the right-hand rear light and the scuff plate.

Fig 4: Illustration For Steps 9-10

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Check the latch adjustment on the soft top cover. See ADJUSTING THE SOFT TOP COVER .
IMPORTANT: The shear pin may break if the soft top cover lock is incorrectly adjusted. It is therefore vital that you check the adjustment of the soft top cover lock.
Maneuver the soft top through at least 5 complete cycles in order to check soft top function. Check that the first and fifth bows do not make contact with the soft top cover.