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Before proceeding make sure the top is the correct item for the vehicle you are installing it on.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS ITEM ON ANY VEHICLE OTHER THAN ONE LISTED ABOVE
It is normal for the top to be somewhat wrinkled when you remove it from the box. Additionally the material may have contracted,
depending on at what temperature it has been stored. It is highly recommended that you remove the top from the box; lay it out flat at a
temperature above 72F and let it relax for at least 24 hours. As well the installation should be done only in an environment where the air
temp is above 72F.
To avoid improper installation of this item it is imperative that you read and follow these guidelines completely. Failure to install this top
correctly may result in a dangerous situation for the vehicle occupants as well as other motorists.
SIERRA OFFROAD TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THESE
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES. THEY ARE PROVIDED ONLY FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES. IT IS
THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO ENSURE THAT THE INSTALLTION HAS BEEN
PERFORMED CORRECTLY, THERE ARE NO LOOSE OR MISSING PARTS AND THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN
ROAD TESTED AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE REPLACEMENT TOP AND DEEMED SAFE TO OPERATE.
PARTS LIST
Fabric Top
Drivers Quarter Window
Passenger Quarter Window
Rear Window
TOOLS REQUIRED
Flat Head Screwdriver
Phillips Head Screwdriver
2" Putty Knife
THIS REPLACEMENT TOP IS INTENDED TO BE FIT OVER THE FACTORY ORIGINAL HARDWARE AND FRAME. IF THE FRAME
IS DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS INSTALLATION BEFORE REPAIRS ARE MADE TO THE VEHICLE.
It is important to read the complete instruction guideline manual BEFORE beginning the installation of your new replacement top. This will
familiarize you with all aspects of the installation and help to avoid mistakes. It will be helpful if you keep this guideline manual for future
reference.
Fabric Replacement Top Without
Upper Doors
Installation Guidelines
For:
1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ w/Factory Frame
PN:
10-40-TJ19702
Qty 1
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SIERRA OFFROAD
FACTORY REPLACEMENT JEEP SOFT TOPS
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- Page 1 To avoid improper installation of this item it is imperative that you read and follow these guidelines completely. Failure to install this top correctly may result in a dangerous situation for the vehicle occupants as well as other motorists. SIERRA OFFROAD TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THESE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES. THEY ARE PROVIDED ONLY FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES. IT IS...
- Page 2 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide REMOVING EXISTING TOP Unzip and remove left and right rear quarter windows from vehicle. NOTE: Save all screws and hardware to reuse on the new top. Remove existing rear windows Release header Top latches.
- Page 3 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Partially unzip the rear window and slide out the lower support rail from the the Top. Set aside the support rail to be used with the new top. Partially Unzip Rear Window...
- Page 4 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Use a flat head screwdriver to pry out the L/R side sewn-in plastic extrusions to release Top from Frame Release existing Top from frame Detach inner velcro listings from crossbows to release Top from frame...
- Page 5 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Retract frame to open position, remove the fourteen (14) phillips screws across the header to release Top. With the bow assembly laying on the tailgate, remove the screws that fasten the fabric to the corners of the header.
- Page 6 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide BEGIN INSTALLING NEW TOP Begin installation of new Top. With the inner side facing up, position the replacement Top front plastic strip to header and install the fourteen (14) phillip screws. (some headers only require 8 screws) Start from the center screw and work outwards.
- Page 7 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Retract (raise) the frame to closed position (do not latch), position Top over the crossbows and secure the L/R rear listing snaps to crossbow. Secure Listing Straps to Crossbow Secure replacement Top’s L/R rear lower...
- Page 8 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Latch Top header to windshield. To ease latching header to windshield, its best to park vehicle under sunlight for approximately one (1) hour for topping material to stretch. Close the header latches to secure the front of the top to the windshield.
- Page 9 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Remove the rear window from the box and lay it flat with backing side up. Insert tailgate support rail removed earlier to rear window section and clip them together to the horizontal slots on vehicle.
- Page 10 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Connect the L/R quarter window zipper slider to Top’s zipper sleeve and run the slider from front to rear to secure windows to Top. Start the zipper at the front top corner of the quarter panel, next to the door.
- Page 11 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ Soft Top Installation Guide Above each door, force the plastic extrusions into the retaining channels. Force side extrusions into channel CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR NEW TOP • Wash vinyl fabric using a mild soap and a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue •...
- Page 12 SIERRA OFFROAD TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THESE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES. THEY ARE PROVIDED ONLY FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES. IT IS...
- Page 13 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ Upper Door Skin Installation Guide Remove upper door. Place Door Skin on work table and detach the surround Velcro flaps. Detach Velcro Flaps Completely un-zip the window section to ease installation. Unzip window section Sierra Offroad...
- Page 14 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ Upper Door Skin Installation Guide Using the correct side window frame, insert the rear lower corner first. Insert Rear Lower Corner Carefully insert the front corner of the frame into the window pocket. Insert Front Corner...
- Page 15 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ Upper Door Skin Installation Guide Continue inserting frame up the front corner, across the top to the rear Insert frame across top Insert the rounded upper section of frame into window pocket Insert rounded upper section...
- Page 16 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ Upper Door Skin Installation Guide Attach lower Velcro flaps to secure frame into pocket. Attach Velcro flaps Completely zip close window. Zip window in Revision a.1...
- Page 17 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ Upper Door Skin Installation Guide CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR NEW UPPER DOOR SKINS • Wash vinyl fabric using a mild soap and a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue • Lubricate the zipper slides regularly using a dry graphite powder •...
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