Convertible Top Headliner

Convertible Top Headliner

Removal
1 Remove the header rail upper trim panel. For additional information, refer to Header Rail Upper Trim Panel Service and Repair




2 Remove the convertible top hydraulic pump access panel
- Release the clip.




3
CAUTION: Do not loosen the Allen bolt more than 2 complete turns. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE:
The ignition must be switched off.
Release the convertible top system pressure.
- Loosen the Allen bolt up to a maximum of 2 complete turns.




4 Release the convertible top compartment lid.
- Release using the cable.
5
NOTE:
Support as necessary.
Open the convertible top to the position shown.
- Raise the rear of the convertible top.




6 Release the rear edge of the convertible top headliner.
- Remove the 21 Torx screws.
- Remove the securing bracket.




7 Release the headliner from the rear window.
- Release from the Velcro strip.




8 Release the heated rear window wires from the headliner.
- Disconnect both heated rear window electrical connectors.
- Release the heated rear window wires from the headliner.




9 Reposition the rear window
- Fold over the rear window to allow access to the headliner retaining screws.





10
NOTE:
Take note of the routing.
NOTE:
Note the fitted position.
Release the headliner rear tension straps.
- Remove the 2 Torx bolts.
- Release the 2 springs.





11 Release the headliner from the rear of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.





12
NOTE:
Note the fitted position.
Release the headliner central tension straps.
- Remove the 2 Torx bolts.





13 Release the headliner from the center of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.





14 Release the headliner from the front of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Collect the retaining bracket.

15 Remove the headliner.

Installation
1
CAUTION: Ensure grease from latching mechanisms does not contact the headliner.
Secure the headliner to the front of the convertible top frame.
- Position the the retaining bracket.
- Install and tighten the screws.
- Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm.
2 Secure the headliner to the center of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.
- Install and tighten the screws.
3
NOTE:
Note the fitted position.
Attach the headliner central tension straps.
- Tighten the Torx bolts to 4 Nm.
4 Secure the headliner to the rear of the convertible top frame.
- Install and tighten the screws.
5
NOTE:
Take note of the routing.
NOTE:
Note the fitted position.
Attach the headliner rear tension straps.
- Tighten the Torx bolts to 4 Nm.
- Attach the springs.
6 Reposition the rear window
- Fold over the rear window to allow access to the headliner retaining screws.
- Fold the rear window into fitted position.
7 Secure the heated rear window wires to the headliner.
- Attach the heated rear window wires to the headliner.
- Connect the electrical connectors.
8 Secure the rear edge of the convertible top headliner.
- Position the securing bracket.
- Install and tighten the Torx screws.
9
NOTE:
Support as necessary.
Close the convertible top compartment lid.
- Raise the rear of the convertible top.

10 Install the header rail upper trim panel. For additional information, refer to Header Rail Upper Trim Panel Service and Repair





11
NOTE:
The ignition must be switched off.
Tighten the convertible top system pressure Allen bolt.
- Tighten to 2 Nm.

12 Install the convertible top hydraulic pump access panel
- Secure in the clip.

13 Operate the convertible top fully in each direction.
- Depress the switch.