Folding Top Pivot Bracket Replacement

Folding Top Pivot Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the folding top from the vehicle.
2. Mark the end of the number 4 bow (3) on the number 4 bow links (5).
3. Remove the number 4 bow link bolts (4).
4. Remove the number 4 bow (3) from the number 4 bow links (5).




5. Remove the following components from the side rail:

* The bolts (11)
* The washers (10)
* The bushings (6)

6. Remove the balance link from the idler link.
7. Remove the E clip and the roller from the idler link.
8. Remove the outer arm pivot bolt (8).
9. Remove the pivot bracket (2) from the outer arm (9).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the pivot bracket (2) to the outer arm (9).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the outer arm pivot bolt (8).

Tighten the bolt (8) to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

3. Install the roller and the E clip to the idler link.
4. Install the balance link to the idler link.
5. Install the washers (10).
6. Install the bushings (6).
7. Install the side rail link pivot bolts (11).

Tighten the bolts (11) to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).




8. Install the number 4 bow (3) to the number 4 bow links (5).
9. Install the number 4 bow link bolts (4).

Tighten the bolts (4) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

10. Install the folding top to the vehicle.