Top Lift Assist Cylinder Removal

Gas Assist Cylinder:

1. Remove interior trim as necessary to gain access to quarter panel to top frame attachment bolts and gas cylinder.
2. With top in up position (not latched). Loosen top frame to quarter panel reinforcement bolts to allow top frame to shift rearward.
3. Remove clevis pin holding gas cylinder to top frame.
4. Remove door ajar switch from B-pillar below door striker.
5. Through door ajar switch mounting hole, remove bolt holding bottom of gas cylinder to quarter panel reinforcement.
6. Separate top lift assist cylinder from vehicle.
7. Reverse the preceding operation for installation.