Installation
INSTALLATION
1. Position the latch assembly onto the folding convertible top.
2. Install the four screws that secure the latch handle base plate to the header. Tighten the screws securely.
3. Align each latch hook base plate (2) to the previously marked bracket locations.
4. Install the three screws that secure each latch hook base plate to the header. Make sure the position of the brackets align with each previously marked location. Tighten the screws securely.
5. If required, adjust the latch hook in relation to the dowel pin with the ball socket. The center line of the dowel pin to the center line of the 10 mm (0.39 in) diameter roller is 44.90 mm (1.77 in).
6. Position the trim panel (2) onto the front header (1) and install the nine retaining screws. Tighten the screws securely.
7. Reposition the canopy cover and install the three clips (1) that secure the tension cable (2) to each side of the canopy cover.
8. Install the tension cable (1) onto the spring (2).
9. Install the canopy cover adhesive tape to the front header edges.
10. Install the twelve screws (1) that secure the canopy cover to front header (2).
11. Install the D-handle and washer and secure it with the set screw. Tighten the set screw securely.
12. Close the folding top and verify that the dowel pins are properly aligned with the dowel pin receptacles in the windshield frame mounted strikers Adjustments.