T-Top Installation Procedure
When installing the T-top panels on the roof, keep the outboard edge of the panel raised about 8 cm (3 in) above the roof while placing the inboard edge of the panel under the center of the roof. After the inboard edge of the panel is in position under the center roof rail, lower the outboard edge of the panel into the weatherstrip on the body. Close the latch and lock the top. Refer to Figure 15.
Correction
Make sure the customer is informed on the proper installation. Do not attempt to install the panels by sliding them horizontally toward the center roof rail. Doing so may cause the weatherstrip outer lip to fold under the removable top weatherstrip and may result in leaks and possible damage to the weatherstrip. Refer to Figure 14.
Condition
There is windnoise at the rear of the door glass (convertible, hard top, T-top models).
Cause
The door glass may not be adjusted forward/rearward for proper contact or you cannot obtain enough glass contact to the weatherstrip at the rear of the door glass.
Correction
1. Adjust the door glass forward or rearward to obtain a standard dimension of no more than 12 mm (1/2 in) from the edge of the glass to the retainer surface. Refer to measurement A in Figure 16.
2. If you cannot obtain enough contact at the rear of the door glass after glass adjustments. adjust the weatherstrip retainer outboard for more contact.
Condition
There is windnoise at the rear of the door glass (convertible, hard top, T-top models).
Cause
The weatherstrip may not be seated properly in the retainer.
Make sure the weatherstrip is seated properly in the run channel. Refer to Figure 17.
Condition
There is windnoise from the T-top.
Cause
The T-top may not be seated against the roof seal. A business card should not be able to easily slip between the T-top and the seal.
Correction
Remove the shim under the striker.
Condition
There is windnoise around the mirror patch (convertible, hard top, T-top models).
Cause
The door glass or the mirror patch may need adjustment. Refer to Figures 19, 20 and 21.
Align the mirror patch applique with the door open and the window up. The applique should be perfectly in line with the window or it should have a slight "bump" in the seal at the top of the mirror patch applique. Refer to Figure 19 for location.
With the door open and the window up, apply pressure on the weatherstrip with a finger at the location shown by the arrow in Figure 20. The weatherstrip should not move.
If the glass is not adjusted properly for height at the arrow, it will cause a bulge in the seal and create a windnoise. Refer to Figure 21.
Condition
There is road noise or windnoise around the mirror patch (convertible, hard top, T-top models).
Cause
The foam blocker may not be in place.
Correction
Remove the foam blocker and split the difference between the upper and the lower part of the trim pad. Refer to Figure 22.
Correction
Adjust the mirror patch or the door glass. Refer to General Information on Door Glass Adjustments later in this bulletin.
Condition
There is a water leak in the rear compartment.
Cause
The taillamp harness grommet may not be seated properly.
Correction
Make sure that the grommet lip is seated properly. Refer to Figure 23.
Condition
There is a water leak in the rear compartment (hard top, T-top models).
Cause
The rear compartment primary seal may not be seated properly.
Correction
Center the weatherstrip in the opening and install the weatherstrip. Make sure the seal is fully seated to the hem flange. Refer to Figure 24.
Condition
There is a water leak in the rear compartment (convertible models).
Cause
The rear compartment primary seal may not be seated properly.
Correction
Center the weatherstrip in the opening and install the weatherstrip. Make sure the seal is fully seated to the hem flange. Refer to Figure 25.
There is a water leak in the rear hatch (hard top, T-top models). Some customers may comment that when the rear hatch is opened, water runs out of one or both front lower corners. Refer to Figure 26.
Cause
Sealing operations may have been missed at the two locations during assembly.
^ The sealer may be missing at both of the lower front corners.
^ The sealer may be missing downward from the hinges.
Correction
1. Open the rear hatch to make sure there is no trapped water.
Important:
Wear safety glasses and use compressed air to dry the area.
2. Determine which area needs to be sealed. Refer to Figures 26 and 27.
3. Clean the surface to be sealed using one of the following, or an equivalent:
^ 3M(R) General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner, P/N 08984
^ Dominion Sure Seal, Sure Solve Stock BSS
^ Kent Acrosol(TM)
4. Seal the flange(s) using one of the following, or an equivalent:
^ 3M(R) Ultropro(TM) Autobody Sealant
^ Kent High Tech Seam Sealer Clear 10200
^ Dominion Sure Seal Heavy Duty Drip Check LSC Item # 9019
Condition
Water drips from the left hand side strut attachment on the deck lid (hard top, T-top models).
Cause
A plug may be missing from under the left side spoiler. Refer to Figure 28.
Correction
Remove the spoiler and install plug, P/N 10231979.