Folding Top Side Rear Weatherstrip Replacement

Folding Top Side Rear Weatherstrip Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: It is not necessary to remove the weatherstrip retainers if only the weatherstrip needs service.

1. Unlatch and partially lower the folding top.




2. Remove the rear rail weatherstrip (4):

* Pull up the weatherstrip.
* Insert a flat-blade tool between the weatherstrip in order to break the cement bond.

3. Remove the screws (3) from the rear rail weatherstrip retainer (2).
4. Pry and break the foam tape cement bond in order to remove the rear rail weatherstrip retainer (2).

Cleaning and Inspection




1. Clean the adhesive from the rear rail weatherstrip (4) if you are reusing the weatherstrip.
2. Clean the adhesive from the rear rail weatherstrip retainer (2).
3. Inspect the surface skin of the rear rail weatherstrip (4) for holes, tears, and breaks.
4. Replace the weatherstrip if any of the above conditions exist.

Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

1. Use retaining screws (3) in order to install the rear rail weatherstrip retainer (2) to the rear rail (1).

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m 18 lb in).

2. Apply a continuous bead of adhesive (5) to the rear rail weatherstrip retainer (2).
3. Position the weatherstrip (4) to the retainer and the rear rail.
4. Clean any weatherstrip adhesive from the rear rail weatherstrip (4) that may contact the center rail weatherstrip, and the quarter window glass.
5. Raise and latch the folding top. Refer to Power Folding Top Operation.
6. Inspect the rear rail weatherstrip alignment to center rail weatherstrip, and the quarter glass upper edge.