Roof Header - Removal

REMOVAL










1. Remove the headliner back to the # 2 bow (3) and allow to hang. Convertible Top Headliner - Removal.
2. Remove top cover back to the listing flaps at the # 3 bow (4). Folding Top Cover - Removal.
3. Close the top, do not latch to header.
4. Remove the insulator pad (1) forward retainer.
5. Note size and location of the of the forward side rail shims (11).
6. Remove the forward rail weatherstrips (8) and retainers (10).
7. Remove the forward retainer mounting fasteners (10) and remove the forward weatherstrip retainers (5).
8. Remove the four header casting mounting bolts, two on each side, from the side rail assemblies.
9. Remove the header casting (12) from the vehicle.
10. Transfer latch plates to new header casting.