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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Roof 🢒 Folding Top Glare Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 289910 Size: SH
  1. Position the folding top with the #1 bow and the #5 bow up, and open the stowage compartment.

    2. Object Number: 214592 Size: SH
  2. Remove the glare cover screws at each end of the #5 bow (5).
  3. Remove the elastic strap screws from the #5 bow.

    4. Object Number: 784543 Size: SH
  4. Drill out the glare cover rivets from the #5 bow.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 784543 Size: SH
  1. Rivet the glare cover to the #5 bow.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the glare cover screws to the #5 bow.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  3. Install the screws attaching the elastic straps to the #5 bow.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Close the stowage lid and latch the top.