XLR V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
Installation Procedure
1. Position the closeout panel hinge to the vehicle.
2. Loosely install the hinge bolts (2). Do NOT tighten.
3. Apply LOCTITE(TM) Blue, GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Align the bolts to the alignment marks on the hinge.
Tighten the bolts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
5. Loosely install the hinge bumpers (3). Do NOT tighten the bumper nuts.
6. Adjust the bumpers to the same distance from the hinge that you recorded earlier.
Tighten the bumper jam nuts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
7. Install the drive rods to the hinge.
8. Install the storage compartment closeout panel.
Folding Top Storage Compartment Closeout Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Front
Folding Top Storage Compartment Closeout Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Front
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Eye Protection Caution in Service Precautions.
