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Hinge, Convertible-Top Compartment Lid



Water Entry At The Convertible Top Cover Hinge

Repair instruction for water entry at the convertible top cover hinge
Water enters through the bolt connection of the convertible top cover hinge.

NOTE: The cause is difficult to determine later, as the moisture entry point is not in a visible area.

Repair instruction
- Remove the screws of the convertible top cover hinge in succession
- Apply Loctite to the entire thread of the mounting bolts and tighten the bolts again