Removable Hardtop
Body Side Catch Assembly
Replacement (cont'dl
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6 x 1 . 0 m m
9 . 8 N m
(1.0 kgf.m,
7.2tbl.ftl
29 N.m
(3.0 kgf.m.
22 tbt.ttl
Grease the catch.
Reinstall the catch assembly (E) on the corner
gusset (F) and the convertible top frame; tighten
the bolts (G. H). On left side, reconnect the
connector (l).
Reinstall all of the removed parts.
Remove the lower clip (A) fastening the B-pillar
outer weatherstrio (B) from outside of the front
door opening. Make sure the center ofthe clip hole
aligns with the center of the hole in the convertible
top frame (C), lf necessary, loosen the mounting
bolt (D), and move the convertible top frame
slightly untilthe holes align. Then tighten the bolt,
and install the clip.
Fastener Locations
G > : B o l t , 2 H > : B o l t , 2
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8 x 1 . 2 5 m m
29 N.m
(3.0 kgf m,
22 tbt.ttl
8 x 1 . 2 5 m m ,
7 .
20-64
Body Side Catch Replacement
1 . Remove the body side catch assembly from the
body (see page 20-63).
Remove the body side catch as shown.
Install the catch in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Apply multipurpose grease to each location as
indicated by the arrows.
. Apply liquid thread lock to the screw before
reinstallation.
Fastener Location
5 x 0 . 8 m m
4 N . m
{0.4 kst m.3 lbf.ft)
BODY SIDE
CATCH BASE
BODY SIDE CATCH
Grease Application
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