Feature Strip Bow, Retainer and Cap

FIGURE 1 - ELDORADO (SEVILLE SIMILAR)-TOP ASSEMBLY:

Removal:

1. Remove retaining screw from each feature strip end cap and remove caps from top (15 and 16, Figure 1).

2. Starting at either end, grasp feature strip and pull it from the retainer.

3. Remove silicone from retainer.

4. Using a No. 29 drill bit with an adjustable stop set at a maximum drilling depth of 3/8" (9 mm), drill exposed rivets from feature strip retainer and remove retainer from car.

Installation:

1. Seal open rivet holes with clear silicone sealant.

2. Position new feature strip retainer onto vinyl top and attach retainer to top and fiberglass bonnet with rivets.

3. Apply bead of silicone (4, Figure 1) across entire width of retainer (5).

4. Starting at center of roof, install feature strip to retainer.

5. Trim ends of feature strip. Install feature strip end cap to each end of strip.