Retractable Fastback

Using the retractable fastback switch, keep the rear roof open.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear And Front Roof
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Remove the clip.(LH)

Fig 2: Identifying Harness Clip (LH)
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Remove the fasteners.

Fig 3: Identifying Fasteners And Side Shelf
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Remove the tab.

Fig 4: Identifying Tab And Rear Side Trim
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Remove the fastener.
Remove the joint and disconnect the retractable fastback drain hose from the rear side trim.

Fig 5: Identifying Retractable Fastback Drain Hose And Joint
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Push the stopper rubber through the side shelf while slightly lifting the side shelf up.

Fig 6: Pushing Stopper Rubber Through Side Shelf
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Remove the side shelf and the rear side trim as a single unit.
Remove the side shelf trim the rear side trim. (See REAR SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Install in the reverse order of removal.