Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual page 98

REAR HOOK BRACKET
4. Pull off the trim cover from each rear corner of the roof panel
and remove the screw securing the hook bracket to the latch
plate at each rear corner.
5. Release the two screws securing the clamp bracket at the
centre of the roof rear edge, and remove the clamp.
6. Remove the two front corner bracket fixing screws and lift
the front edge of the roof slightly to release the front brackets
from their latch plate slots.
7. With the aid of an assistant, lift the roof from the car taking
care to restrain the tethered brackets to avoid damaging the
paintwork.
8. If storing the roof vertically, take care to avoid damaging the
panel corners by using a cushioned floor covering.
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