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D. Tightening of Screws Connecting Front Rail to the First Bow

On some cars the screws between the front rail and first bow may work loose, resulting in noise and excessive free play.

Parts:

Thread locking adhesive 74 96 268 (Equivalent is Loctite 242 Blue)

Action:

The procedure described should be carried out on both the left and right-hand sides of the vehicle.

1. Operate the top by means of the ROOF switch until it is halfway open at the same time as the Tonneau cover is in the vertical position. The door windows and side windows should be lowered.

2. Lift up the top cover to expose the screws.

3. Remove one screw at a time and apply thread locking adhesive, P/N 74 96 268 (or Loctite 242 Blue) to each screw.

4. Tighten the screws.

Tightening torque: 88.8 in.lbs. (10 Nm)