911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet F6-3.6L SOHC (1998)
Convertible Top Deck Lid Components: Technical Service Bulletins
Convertible - Windstop Locking Peg Parts Set Available
911 (996)
1/01 6847
Binder Group 6, Body Equipment
Windstop Locking Peg
8-10-01
Vehicle Type:
911 Carrera (996) / 911 Carrera 4 (996)
Model Year:
MY '98 (W) On
Equipment:
Convertible
Concerns:
Windstop
Situation:
Locking peg broken.
Information:
Previously the whole windstop had to be replaced if the locking peg broke. As of now the locking pegs, including locking handle and compression
spring, are available as a parts set.
Parts Information
Procedure:
Procedure for removal and installation of the locking peg:
CAUTION!
Windstop frame can be damaged if locking handle is not properly removed. Risk of injury through the springing out of compression springs and
locking pegs.
To stop the compression spring springing out during the removal of the locking handle, hold the locking peg with your hand.
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Unclip the red locking handle upwards with a putty knife or similar implement.
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When installing the locking handle make sure that the arrow symbol on the handle is pointing towards the symbols on the windstop frame.
References:
Driver's Manual: > Chapter "Convertible Tops"
