Weatherstrip Replacement - Folding Top (Front and Center Side Rails)

Weatherstrip Replacement - Folding Top (Front and Center Side Rails)

Removal Procedure

Important: You can remove the front side rail and the center side rail weatherstrips separately.




1. Remove the screw from the front side rail weatherstrip.
2. Remove the front side rail weatherstrip. If required remove the center side rail weatherstrip.
3. Clean the adhesive from the mounting surface using 3M(TM) P/N 8984 or equivalent.

Installation Procedure




1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12345739 (Canadian P/N 10953472), or equivalent to the forward end of the front side weatherstrip retainer (1).




2. Apply a bead of sealer GM P/N 12345739 (Canadian P/N 10953472), or equivalent 6 mm (2.4 in) high around the front side retainer (1) in the following places:

* At the front upper corner (3)
* On both sides (2)




3. Apply a drop of sealer GM P/N 12345739 (Canadian P/N 10953472), or equivalent (3) 12 mm (0.5 in) in diameter to the screw heads of the center side retainer.
4. Remove the protective film from the adhesive on the weatherstrip.




5. Install the side rail weatherstrip, as necessary.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Install the screw to the front side rail weatherstrip.

Tighten the screw to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

7. Reposition the top to the original position.