MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Convertible Top Material

501-18 Convertible Top

2016 MustangConvertibleReference 1,619 / 6,619HTML edition
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Convertible Top Material — original illustration 1, reference 1619Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

15. NOTE: During installation, route the convertible top tension cords and nylon fabric straps through the frame exactly as they were removed.

All rivet shavings must be removed from the vehicle and convertible top assembly.

RH side shown, LH side similar.

On both sides, disconnect the convertible top tension cords and nylon fabric straps from the frame assembly.

1. Drill out the rivets to the front set of tension cords at the front side of the frame. Use the General Equipment: Electric Drill Use the General Equipment: Rivet Gun

2. Drill out the rivets to the second set of tension cords at the center side of the frame.

3. NOTE: Do not drill out the D-ring retaining rivet.

Route the tension cord through the D-ring.

Convertible Top Material — original illustration 2, reference 1619Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

16. Disconnect the convertible top material from the front underside of the convertible top front panel.

1. Pull the convertible top material backward and down to release from the convertible top front panel clips.

2. On both sides, pull the convertible top material from the double sided tape securing the material to the

Source reference 1619

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