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Convertible Top Cloth Repair

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  1. The following tools and supplies are required to repair the top cloth.
    • Repair cloth (P/N 86321-S2A-003)
    • Adhesive
    • Utility knife
    • Ruler
    • Sandpaper
  2. Apply a piece of the repair cloth (A) to the inside surface of the top cloth at the damaged area. Cut through both the damaged cloth (B) and the repair cloth using a ruler (C) and a utility knife (D).
    Fig 1: Applying Piece Of Repair Cloth To Inside Surface Of Top Cloth
    G03694622Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Cut a piece of repair cloth (A) so it overlaps the repair opening as shown.
    Fig 2: Cutting Piece Of Repair Cloth
    G03694623Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Clean the repair cloth where adhesive will be applied.
  5. Apply the adhesive (A) to the repair cloth (B) and top cloth (C) as indicated by the arrows.
    Fig 3: Applying Adhesive To Repair Cloth And Top Cloth
    G03694624Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Push firmly on the repair cloth.
    Fig 4: Identifying Repair Cloth
    G03694625Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a soft shop towel dampened with alcohol.
  8. Let the adhesive dry. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for drying time.
  9. Check for water leaks (see step 17 in DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT ).