Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the top from the vehicle. Refer to Folding Top Replacement .
2. Drill out the rivet.

1

Outboard Spring

Tip
Spring has minimal tension when top is in stowed position.

2

Inboard Spring

Tip

3

Spring Shaft Nut

Tighten
11 N·m (97 lb in)

4

Spring Shaft