Convertible Top Frame: Service and Repair

Folding Top Bow Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Unlatch the folding top. Refer to Power Folding Top Operation.
2. Raise the folding top off the windshield header to a suitable working height. Refer to Power Folding Top Operation.
3. Remove the No. 2 bow strap.
Peel the retainer from the tie bow.
4. Remove the headliner at the rear rail.




5. Remove the the screws, the washers, and the bushings from the control link assembly (11).
6. Remove the bolt, and the washer from the central link and the rear rail.
7. Remove the bolt (10) from the control link assembly (11), and the center rail (8).
8. Remove the bolt (10) from the control link assembly (11), and the front rail (9).
9. Remove the control link assembly.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the control link assembly.




2. Apply Loctite (P/N 242 or the equivalent) to the bolt threads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the bolt (10) to the control link assembly (11), and the front rail (9).

Tighten the bolt (10) to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

4. Apply Loctite (P/N 242 or the equivalent) to the bolt threads.
5. Install the bolt (10) to the control link assembly (11), and the center rail (8).

Tighten the bolt (10) to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

6. Apply Loctite (P/N 242 or the equivalent) to the bolt threads.
7. Install the bolt (4) to the control link assembly (11), and the rear rail (7)

Tighten the bolt (4) to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

8. Apply Loctite (P/N 242 or the equivalent) to the screw threads.
9. Install the bushings (1), the washers (2), and the screws (3) to the control link assembly (11).
10. Install the No. 2 bow strap.
Ensure the unit is retained.
11. Cycle the folding top.
12. Inspect the folding top to ensure proper operation and appearance.