2007 Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 23 - BODY

HARD TOP

REMOVAL






1. From inside the vehicle, release the center clamps (2).
2. Release the rear clamps (3).
3. Remove the rear thumb bolts (7).
4. Release the front top clamps (8).





5. Remove the modular tops (1) and (2).
6. On four door models, remove the two front bolts (3).
7. Remove the six side bolts (5) and remove the main hard top (4).

INSTALLATION






1. Install the main hard top (4) onto the vehicle and line up the alignment pins.

CAUTION: Make sure the B and C-pillar seals are not folded up and are positioned correctly.


2. Install the six side bolts (5).
3. On four door models, install the two front bolts (3).
4. Tighten the side bolts (5) from front to rear to 18 N·m (13.5 ft. lbs.)
5. On four door models, tighten the front bolts (3) to 10.5 N·m (7.5 ft. lbs.).

NOTE: Make sure all modular top latches are in the open position.


6. Position the modular tops (1) and (2) onto the vehicle with the right side top (1) being installed before the left side (2).





7. With the modular tops (1) and (6) installed correctly onto the alignment pins, secure the front latches (8).
8. Install and secure the rear thumb bolts (7).
9. Secure the rear clamps (3) fully.
10. Secure the center clamps (2) fully.