Primary Convertible Top Hinge - Installation

INSTALLATION










1. Insert two wooden dowel rods or equivalent as alignment pins, into the sidearm/linkage alignment holes.
2. Install the sidearm/linkage assembly over the alignment pins and install the lower bolts.
3. Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the support bracket and install the bolts.
5. Tighten the bolts to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.).










6. Position the tension cable through the cover assembly and replace the rivet.
7. Position the cover assembly side panel at the door opening and install new rivets attaching it to the sidearm/linkage.










8. Tighten the rear rail bolts to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
9. Tighten the balance link shoulder bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the center/3 bolts and tighten the bolts to 5 Nm (45 in. lbs.).
11. Install the rear/4 bolts and tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (55 in. lbs.).
12. Install the bulkhead trim panel. Bulkhead Trim Panel - Installation