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Stay Pad

STAY PAD

Removal
1. Remove the convertible top material.

2. NOTE: Prior to performing this step, be sure to mark the distance from the convertible top frame number 4 bow to the convertible top frame number 5 bow on the new stay pad, using the original stay pad as a guide.

Remove the staples attaching the stay pads to the convertible top frame number 5 bow.

3. Remove the 6 fasteners (3 each side) attaching the stay pads to the front mount brackets.
4. Remove the 4 fasteners (2 each side) attaching the stay pads to the convertible top frame number 4 bow.
5. Remove the 4 fasteners (2 each side) attaching the stay pads to the convertible top frame number 3 bow.

Installation
1. Install the 4 fasteners (2 each side) attaching the stay pads to the convertible top frame number 3 bow.
2. Install the 4 fasteners (2 each side) attaching the stay pads to the convertible top frame number 4 bow.
3. Install the 6 fasteners (3 each side) attaching the stay pads to the front mount brackets.

4. NOTE: Make sure to install the new stay pads in the same location as the original stay pads.

Pull the rear of the stay pad tight and staple the stay pad to the convertible top frame number 5 bow, keeping the same distance to the convertible top frame number 4 bow as the old stay pad.

5. Install the convertible top material.