Removing The Top - Ford 2003 Thunderbird Owner's Manual

Driver Controls
7. Using the mounting key, loosely
screw in the two screws at the front
of the top by two or three turns.
The two screws are already located
in the windscreen panel of your
vehicle.
8. Turn and lock the levers fully
forward. The levers are locked when
you feel the spring engage and the
levers are pointing toward the front
of the vehicle.
9. Using the mounting key, finish tightening the screws at the front of
the removable top all the way so that they are secure.
The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they are
firmly seated after a distance of approximately 50 to 60 km (30
to 40 miles).

Removing the top

It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removing
the top. See Removable top storage rack in this section.
1. Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk.
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2003 Thunderbird (tbr)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)