Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10) (2005)
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Convertible Top Canvas: All Technical Service Bulletins
Body - White Marks on Convertible Top
SI M 54 01 05
Special Roofs
December 2005
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. M54 01 05 dated June 2005.
[NEW]Designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
White Marks on the Convertible Top Fabric
MODEL
R52 (Cooper and Cooper S Convertible) produced prior to February 2005.
SITUATION
Chaffing and white marks may appear after a few cycles of convertible top operations. The white marks may appear in the areas shown.
Note:
Not all vehicles will exhibit these white marks due to manufacturing tolerances and complex installation procedure.
CAUSE
The convertible top sits too low when in the stowed position. This causes the weight of the convertible top frame to rest on the fabric. The weight and
tension of the frame mechanisms on the fabric, combined with the movement of the convertible top when driving over bumps, create the white wear
marks.
CORRECTION
The following procedures are only to be carried out if the customer complains of white marks in the exact areas specified in the "SITUATION" section
of this bulletin.
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Replace the convertible top fabric.
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Replace outer rear window cavity trim.
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Replace or install components according to the production date of the vehicle:
