Allante V8-273 4.5L (1991)
mounting plate only enough to provide clearance to the screw head.
New Strikers Remove/Disconnect:
1.
Upper header molding (screws along top).
2.
Sunshades, center cover, and sunshade retainer.
3.
Interior header garnish molding. Remove one screw at center. Gently peel vinyl from header and pull molding to release retainers.
4.
Latch strikers.
Replace/Connect:
1.
Latch strikers with new parts; finger tighten.
2.
Adjust strikers for proper operation.
Striker Adjustment:
When properly positioned, the latch roller on the folding top motor should be centered in the opening of the latch striker. The roller will travel to the end
of the striker channel when in latched position. The centering pin should move freely in and out of its striker when properly adjusted.
3.
Tighten striker fasteners.
4.
Interior header garnish molding and center screw. Pull vinyl tight and re-glue to header. Apply additional trim adhesive if necessary.
5.
Sunshades, center cover, and sunshade retainer.
6.
Upper header molding.
7.
Motor trim covers to soft top.
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
For vehicles repaired under warranty use Labor Operation T6763 at 1.0 hour "Front latch striker and pin reinforcement - Replace".
