FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Latch - Panel To Panel - Retractable Hard Top - RHT







REMOVAL





1. Remove the mid panel headliner Headliner - Removal.
2. Support the top and release the hydraulic pump valve to release the pressure in the system. Turn the valve 90° either way to open. It should be in the straight up and down orientation when opened.




3. Unclip the hydraulic cylinder from decklid the center mid panel latch assembly.
4. Disconnect the hydraulic lines from the cylinder.