54 34 211 Replacing left or right tension cable

54 34 211 - Replacing left or right tension cable





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open folding roof approx. halfway
- Remove seals





Detach convertible top fabric (1) from front bow (rear).





If necessary, lever convertible top fabric (1) with plastic wedge out of front bow (front).
Detach convertible top fabric (1) from front bow.

Installation:
Attach double-sided adhesive tape to front bow and stick on convertible top from inside outwards.





Detach tension cable (1) at side from roof frame.





Disengage roof bow (1).





Unscrew nuts (1).





Pull convertible top fabric (1) out of roof crossbar.

Note:
Do not pull out convertible top fabric by the pockets.
Convertible top fabric is secured on each side with 3 retainers to roof crossbar.





Detach convertible top fabric (1) from convertible top frame.





Feed out tension cable (1) and lever spring (2) out of pin.

Installation:
Press spring circlip correctly onto pin groove.
Check for secure seating.

Remove tension cable from fabric pockets and feed in new tension cable.

Carry out function check Component Tests and General Diagnostics.