Hard Top: Service and Repair

Lift Off Panel Weatherstrip Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove roof lift-off window.
2. Move window to bench for disassembly.

Important: Ensure that glass is not scratched by placing window on a clean cloth.




3. Remove handle (1) by removing handle spring (11) with small flat-blade screwdriver.
4. Remove trim cover bolts/screws (3).
5. Remove trim cover (10).
6. Remove weatherstrip bolts/screws (6, 9).
7. Remove weatherstrip (8) by pulling from weatherstrip retainer (5).
8. Remove weatherstrip retainer bolts/screws (7).
9. Remove weatherstrip retainer (5).

Installation Procedure




1. Install weatherstrip retainer (5).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install weatherstrip retainer bolts/screws (7).

Tighten the bolts/screws to 1.7 N.m (15 lb in).

3. Install weatherstrip (8) by pulling from weatherstrip retainer (5).
4. Install weatherstrip bolts/screws (6, 9).

Tighten the bolts/screws to 1.3 N.m (12 lb in).

5. Install trim cover (10).
6. Install trim cover bolts/screws (3).

Tighten the bolts/screws to 1.7 N.m (15 lb in).

7. Install handle (1) on shaft (in the open position) and secure with handle spring (11).
8. Install roof lift-off window.