HARD TOP SAG REPAIR
Inspect the roof/hard top assembly for the presence of sag, or if the customer complains of water accumulation on the roof. Perform the following procedure to repair.
1.
Remove front freedom panels to gain access to the rear hard top assembly.
2.
Remove the six bolts that attach the hard top to the body for a two door or eight bolts that hold down the four door.
3.
Depress tab on rear wiper motor connector and pull downward to disengage.
4.
Make two marks on the inside of the hard top 6 cm (2.5 in.) on both sides of the center roof rib, directly above the sport bar.
5.
Move the hard top back about 10 cm (4 in.) to expose the inner rib section.
6.
Clean the roof area with isopropyl alcohol.
7.
Install the foam repair blocks by removing the protective backing tape from the adhesive side. The foam blocks must be centered above the sport bar pad.
8.
Move the hard top assembly back into position.
9.
Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace, if necessary.
10.
Inspect the windshield header seal and make sure it is clean, undamaged, and free of debris.
11.
Carefully position the hard top assembly on the vehicle making sure that the latches are not pinched between the windshield frame and top.
CAUTION:
Do not over tighten the top bolts. Over tightening can cause cracking of the hardtop assembly.
12.
Loosely install the six bolts on a two door or eight bolts on a four door. Ensure that the top is centered on the vehicle and locators are in place in the body side holes and tighten the bolts
to 18 Nm ( 13.5 ft. lbs.).
13.
Connect the wire wiper motor harness connector.
14.
Connect the rear washer fluid hose.
15.
Install front freedom panels.