Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual page 572

CONVERTIBLE TOP
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DOUBLE-SIDED ADHESIVE TAPE
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CABLE
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Installation Note
Top fabric
1 . Remove the original double-sided adhesive tape from the
front header.
2. Degrease the front header with ethyl alcohol.
3. Install new double-sJded adhesive tape to the front header.
4. Thread the cables into the top fabric.
5. Place the link assembly over the top fabric.
Note
• Install the top fabric to the bows, beginning from
the rear bow. Perform Steps 6, 7, and 8.
6. Roll the top fabric over the bow retainer.
7. Hang the end of the top fabric on the bow retainer.
8. Clamp the top fabric to the bow with protected water pump
pliers.
Note
• Pull the top fabric by hand to verify that it is held
securely.
9. Affix the top fabric to the rear bow with the Velcro.
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