Folding Top Bow Link Replacement Procedure

1. Lower the folding top to a suitable working position.
2. Turn the pump bypass valve fully clockwise to the open position. Refer to Manual Operation in Folding Top Operation.
3. Remove the side rail garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
4. Remove the outer locknuts from the number 2 bow links (6).
5. Remove the number 2 bow links (6) from the number 1 bow links (12).
6. Remove the number  1 bow links (12) from the number one bow (9) by punching out the pins.
7. Remove the ball stud clips from the front side rail link (11).
8. Remove the number 2 bow links (6).

1. Install the number 2 bow links (6).
2. Install the ball stud clip to the front side rail link (5).
3. Install the number 1 bow links (12) to the number 1 bow (9).

Install the pins.

4. Install the number  2 bow links (6) to the number 1 bow links (12).

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.

5. Install the outer locknuts to the number 2 bow links (6).

Tighten
Tighten the locknut to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

6. Install the side rail garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
7. Turn the pump bypass valve fully counterclockwise to the closed position.

Folding Top Bow Link Replacement Folding Top Number 1 and Number 2 Bow

After installing a number 1 bow link (12) to the number 2 bow (1), adjust the number 1 bow link length using the following procedure:

1. Adjust the forward hole of the number 1 bow link (12) 148-150 mm (5.86-5.94 in) from the forward most edge of the number  2 bow (1).
2. Attach the front end of the number 2 bow link (6) to the number 1 bow link (12).
3. Close and latch the folding top.
4. Rotate the ball stud clip in order to align the ball stud clip with the ball stud.
5. Manually cycle the folding top. Observe the folding top operation.

If the operation action is inconsistent or binding occurs, readjust as needed.

6. Back the locknut away from the ball stud clip. Apply Loctite®-242, blue.

Reposition the locknut.