Noise from second bow when operating the soft top: Procedure

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If the rubber lug is loose, adhere with Loctite 406. If the rubber lug is missing, replace the mounting, part no. 51 12 206.

Maneuver the soft top until it is half-open. Use 82 93 144 HOLDER, HYDRAULIC SOFT TOP .
Check that the rubber lug is properly attached.
If the lug is loose, grind the adhesion surface and wipe clean. Adhere the lug with Loctite 406.

Fig 1: Identifying Adhesion Surface Grinding Point
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If the rubber lug is missing, replace the mounting.