Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the front and rear headliners. Refer to Roof Retractable Front Headlining Trim Panel Replacement and Roof Retractable Rear Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the folding top from the vehicle. Refer to Folding Top Replacement .

1

Folding Top Side Rail Bolts (Qty: 8)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tip
Mark the location of the part with a grease pencil before removing .

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

2

Folding Top Pivot Bracket Shim

Tip
Do not remove the shim when remove the roof.

3

Folding Top Panel Side Rail

Tip
An assistant will be needed to remove the retractable roof.