Folding Top Side Rail Link/Front Side Rail Link

Important:
When removing the shoulder bolts in the next step, it is important that the alignment of the linkage be maintained.

1. Unsnap the elastic strap that secures the headliner material to the folding top number three bow.

2. Remove one shoulder bolt and washer at a time and discard.

3. Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver, carefully remove the brass bushing from the linkage and discard.

4. Carefully install and hold new brass bushing in place.

Important:
The new shoulder bolt to be installed in the next step is a tri-lobular design and does not require any thread-locker material or compound.

5. Assemble one new washer and shoulder bolt and reinstall.

Tighten

Tighten to 16-19 N.m (142-168 lb in.).

6. Re-snap the elastic strap to the folding top number three bow.

7. Repeat procedure on opposite side of vehicle.