Roof Pillar Flap, Removing

Roof Pillar Flap, Removing

• To support roof, both sides of luggage compartment trim should be either removed or installed.

• The bypass screw on the hydraulic pump must be opened after the repair position has been reached on vehicle from May 2007. This prevents damaging the hydraulic system.






- Open the roof with the convertible top switch until it is just before the position shown.

- Place support VAS 6365 in upper position - 2 -.

- Place support VAS 6365 in mounting hole in main hinge - 1 -.

- Switch the ignition off. The roof lowers in stages until the supports are resting on the longitudinal members.

• Protect trim molding and paint from damage when removing roof pillar flap. Seals must not come in contact with adhesive tape when doing so.

• If the clip - 6 - for the cable - 4 - on the hinge is loose, it must always be replaced.






- Close roof pillar flap slightly by hand so that tension on cable - 4 - is released.

- Loosen cable clip - 3 - from roof pillar flap mechanics.

- Remove screws - 2 - and remove roof pillar flap from vehicle - arrows -.

• Always replace the clip - 1 - each time it is opened.






Removing the clip

- Allow rear lid with rear shelf to tip back until in a center position. The clip must be located in a hinge opening. Support rear lid.

- Cut through the cable ties - 2 -.

- Open the clip at the retaining hooks - arrow -.

- Disengage the release cable - 3 - at the bracket.

Always replace the clip - 1 -.

Installing the clip

Always install a new clip - 1 -.

- Engage the release cable - 3 - at the bracket.

- Lock the clip at the retaining hooks - arrow - completely.

- Secure a cable tie - 2 - around the clip.

- Make sure the cable tie has enough room when the roof moves.