Jeep GLADIATOR 2023 Owner's Manual page 89

Step One
1 — Corner Fasteners
2 — Rear Fasteners
2. Install the door frames. Start with both front doors,
followed by both rear doors. Apply the appropriate
torque specifications for the door frame Torx head
fasteners page 96.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow the next steps could result in damage
to the soft top or vehicle.
3. Unsnap and remove the storage bag. This bag should
be discarded. It was intended as a protective cover
for shipping only.
4. Ensure the top is secured with the provided
hook-and-loop fasteners, then lift the soft top onto
the rear of the cab. Line up the locater pins (one on
each side of the soft top) with the rear door frames.
Step Four
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
5. Using the provided #T50 Torx head driver and
ratchet, install and tighten the Torx fasteners by
turning them clockwise. Secure them until they are
snug, being careful not to cross-thread the fasteners
or overtighten. Refer to the following table for
recommended torque specifications. Repeat on the
opposite side.
Step Five
Torque
Specification For Maximum
Torx Fasteners
119.5 in-lb 150.5 in-lb
(13.5 N·m) (17.0 N·m)
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2
Minimum
106.2 in-lb
(12.0 N·m)