Cable Disassembly Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Peel back the top fabric from the front header.
Remove the screws and disconnect the cables from the rear of the link.
Unfold the convertible top and set it upright.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Cables From Rear Of Link
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Remove the rivets from the link using a drill.
Drill size
1. 4.0 mm diameter {0.16 in diameter}
Pry back the bow retainers using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.

Fig 2: Removing Rivets From Link
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Remove the top fabric from the bow retainer.

Fig 3: Removing Top Fabric From Bow Retainer
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Remove the cables from the cable guide.
Remove the top fabric and cables from the link.

Fig 4: Removing Top Fabric And Cables From Link
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Remove the cables from the top fabric.

Fig 5: Removing Cables From Top Fabric
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