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Convertible Top Assembly: Notes

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

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CAUTION: To prevent any scratches to the vehicle, cover the surfaces with a protective material.
  1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts only, carry out the listed steps: 

    CONVERTIBLE TOP ASSEMBLY COMPONENT REMOVAL STEPS

    Part Steps
    Convertible top assembly 1-11, 16, 17
    Convertible top material 1-3, 18-34
    Convertible top rear window glass 1-3, 18, 32, 33
    Convertible top switch 47-50
    Headliner assembly 19-22, 37, 45, 46
    Hard top hold down bracket 9-11
    Hydraulic system 1, 4-7, 12, 13, 15
    Top well sling interior trim cover 1
    Fig 1: Convertible Top Assembly Removal Sequence (Items 1-17)
    G03282778Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 2: Convertible Top Assembly Removal Sequence (Items 18-34)
    G03282779Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 3: Convertible Top Assembly Removal Sequence (Items 35-50)
    G03282780Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.