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FLIP-UP GLASS SUPPORT CYLINDER

WARNING: Do not remove the flip-up glass support rods with the glass closed. The support rod pistons are operated by high pressure gas and could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage if they are removed with the pistons compressed (glass closed). Once removed, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the support rods.

REMOVAL

1. Open the flip-up glass and support.




2. Using a small flat bladed tool (3), or equivalent, release the retaining clips (2) while pulling the ball socket (1) away from the ball stud (4).






NOTE: Lift the clips (1) only enough to release the ball studs (3).




3. Remove the support cylinder (2) from the upper (1) and lower (3) ball studs.

INSTALLATION




1. Make sure the retaining clips (1) are seated into the ball socket (2) fully.




2. Install the support cylinder (2) over the ball studs (1 and 3) with the thin end connected to the glass and the retaining clips snapping into place.