Body - Various Convertible Top Concerns
TSB 07-17-809/03/07
CONVERTIBLE SYSTEM CONCERNS
FORD:
2005-2008 Mustang
This article supersedes TSB 05-24-6 to update the vehicle model years and Part List.
ISSUE
Some 2005-2008 Mustang convertible vehicles may require a repair of the convertible top. Individual components should continue to be used where appropriate, but if required a new top assembly is now available.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Evaluate the convertible top concern and perform a cost effective repair. A complete assembly is not necessary for most repairs and should only be used when the top frame has caused consequential damage to the top cover.
Verify the convertible top components that require replacement, and order the lowest level of components to repair the top. The following is a summary of the convertible top system concerns and the appropriate service action to correct the issue. For complete system diagnosis and repair information, refer to the Mustang Workshop Manual, Section 501-18.
Verify the components that are defective and replace individual components where necessary.
Replace Top Cover:
1. Top cover has a defect that can not be repaired.
2. Rear window glass is separated from the top material.
NOTE
STAINS, MILDEW, AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ARE NOT WARRANTABLE.
Replace Side Rails:
1. Top lifts unevenly side-to-side with no hydraulic system issues. (Figure 1)
2. Top latch dowel pins do not align with header latch bracket. (Figure 2)
NOTE
IF THE LATCH DOWEL PINS ALIGN WITH THE LATCH BRACKET, BUT ARE TOO FAR FROM THE WINDSHIELD HEADER TO CLOSE EASILY, THEN TRY RELAXING THE MATERIAL PRIOR TO REPLACING ANYTHING. TO RELAX THE MATERIAL, CLOSE AND LATCH THE TOP, AND PUT VEHICLE IN PAINT BOOTH OVEN WITH HEAT ON FOR A COUPLE HOURS.
3. Top number 1 bow clearance to top well in the body is uneven. (Figure 3)
4. Side window seals do not align properly to side glass. (Figure 4)
Replace Top Assembly:
1. Side rail linkage broken. (Figures 5 and 6)
2. Top mechanism cannot be opened or closed due to damaged linkages.
3. Top mechanism has caused consequential damage to the top cover.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
071708A 2005-2008 Mustang 4.2 Hrs.
Convertible: Replace
Convertible Top Cover
Includes Time To Remove
and Install Convertible Top
Assembly (Do Not Use
With 52700A, 53000A,
53300A)
071708B 2005-2008 Mustang 3.0 Hrs.
Convertible: Replace
Convertible Top Side Rail
Includes Time To Remove
and Install Convertible Top
Assembly: One Rail (Do
Not Use With 52700A
53000A, 53300A)
071708C 2005-2008 Mustang 3.5 Hrs.
Convertible: Replace
Convertible Top Side Rail
Includes Time To Remove
and Install Convertible Top
Assembly: Both Rails (Do
Not Use With 52700A,
53000A, 53300A)
071708D 2005-2008 Mustang 1.6 Hrs.
Convertible: Replace
Convertible Top Assembly
(Do Not Use With 52700A
53000A, 53300A)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
76501B00 02
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