Convertible Top Drain: Service and Repair

Folding Top Quarter Outer Drain Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Place all the windows in the full down position.

2. Remove the folding top frame. Refer to Folding Top Frame Replacement Procedures.

3. Remove the folding top rear seal from the number 5 bow. Refer to Folding Top Rear Seal Replacement Folding Top Rear Seal Replacement.




4. Remove the folding top quarter outer drain panel (2) from the retainer edge (1) as follows:

1. With a grease pencil, mark the distance from the end of the track to the edge of the folding top quarter outer drain retaining strip on the left and right side for reinstalling.

2. Starting on the left side (Driver Side) corner of the number 5 bow.

3. Use a suitable tool, remove the folding top quarter outer drain panel bead from of the number 5 bow track.

5. Remove the folding top quarter outer drain panel from the frame.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the folding top quarter outer drain panel to the frame on the left side (Driver Side).




2. Install the quarter outer drain panel (2) retaining bead to the folding top number 5 bow retainer as follows:

1. Place the folding top quarter outer drain panel retaining bead to the mark (1) on the number 5 bow when removing in step 5.

2. Start at the left side (Driver Side) corner of the number 5 bow, work the folding top quarter outer drain panel bead back and forth around the track until fully seated.

3. Install the folding top rear seal to the number 5 bow. Refer to Folding Top Rear Seal Replacement Folding Top Rear Seal Replacement.

4. Install the folding top frame. Refer to Folding Top Frame Replacement Procedures.

5. Place the folding top in the lock position, check for appearance and fit.

6. Inspect the front edge of the folding top to windshield upper frame for a good seal.

7. Water test the vehicle to ensure a proper water tight seal.