Body and Trim
Roof Removal/Replacement [D::M^=2?
9.0.02.1 - Roof Removal/Replacement
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8.
Move the front seats fully forward for access.
Remove the rear seat squab and cushion. Remove
the rear quarter trim panel.
Release the roof side curtain clips.
Release the rear window support bracket securing
bolts (Fig 1-2).
Remove the side curtain clips (2 per side).
Release the side curtain rods and move the curtains
aside.
Disconnect the heated rear window connector.
Release the rear window support bracket from the
body.
Figure 1. Rear Window Support Bracket
9. Release the roof catches.
10.
Select Manual on the roof motor control switch.
Lower the roof to the midway position. Select
Electric on the roof motor control switch - the roof
will remain in a raised position.
11.
Raise the trim and remove the cable securing nuts.
12.
Release the roof outer finisher securing screws and
remove the finisher.
13.
Release the cable and roof material from the body
channel.
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Figure 2. Ram Mountings
14.
Select the Manual position on the roof motor control
switch.
Fold the roof and remove the ram to roof
securing pins.
15.
Remove the six roof to body securing bolts.
16.
Remove the roof assembly.
Refitting
1.
Fit the roof into position on the vehicle, aligned
with the fixing holes.
2.
Refit the six roof to body securing bolts.
3. Locate the rams to the pivot.
4.
Select Manual on the roof motor control switch.
Place the roof in the partially open position to
al
ign
the ram fixing holes. Fit but do not tighten the
securing bolts.
5. Fit the pivot pins and securing clips.
6. Finally tighten all bolts.
7. Position the rear window support bracket, fit and
tighten the securing bolts.
8. Fully raise the roof. Select Electric on the roof motor
control switch.
Figure 2. Cable Securing Nuts
7-10 May 1996
