Removable Hardtop: Removal & Installation Honda S2000 AP1

Headliner Removal/Installation

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. To remove and install the headliner, remove the roof from the body. Have an assistant help you remove and install the headliner. Take care not to bend or scratch the headliner.

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1. Remove these items: B-pillar trim, both sides (see «INTERIOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-221364-S35032812672006022400000) ) Hardtop lock handle, both sides (see «ROOF FRONT TRIM REPLACEMENT»(ref-221364-S10575708812006022400000) ) Upper door glass weatherstrip, front edge portions from both sides as necessary (see «ROOF MOLDING REPLACEMENT»(ref-221364-S24312853692006022400000) )
2. Remove both front edge portions of the upper door glass weatherstrips (A) (see «ROOF MOLDING REPLACEMENT»(ref-221364-S24312853692006022400000) ).
3. Release the clips (B) by sliding the headliner (C) forward, then remove the headliner.
4. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal, and check that the clips are securely attached to the roof.

Roof Molding Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. To remove and install the roof molding, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the roof. Use a clip remover to remove the clip. If the old retainer is to be installed, scribe a line around the mounting screws before removing the retainer.

Removal

Remove the B-pillar trim (see INTERIOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), then remove the roof molding as shown below.

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Installation

Install the roof molding in the numbered sequence, and note these items

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1. Before reinstalling the roof molding, use alcohol to clean the roof surface where the sealant will be applied.
2. When reinstalling the roof retainer, align it with the marks made during removal.
3. Check that the weatherstrip is securely installed to the retainer.
4. Check that the door glass contacts the weatherstrip evenly. If necessary, adjust the retainer.
5. Check for water leaks (see step 11 ).

Hardtop Lower Weatherstrip Replacement

Note. To remove and install the hardtop lower weatherstrip, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the roof. Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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1. Remove the rear window lower trim (see «INTERIOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-221364-S35032812672006022400000) ).
2. Remove the hardtop lower weatherstrip as shown below.
3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Before installing the weatherstrip, clean the roof bonding surface with alcohol. If the old weatherstrip will be installed, scrape off the double-sided adhesive tape, then clean the weatherstrip surface with alcohol. Attach new double-sided adhesive tape to the weatherstrip. Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely. Before installing the weatherstrip, fold the edge of the adhesive backing from the double-sided adhesive tape. After installing the weatherstrip, carefully pull the adhesive backing away. Press the double-sided adhesive tape portion to make the adhesive stick.

Roof Front Trim Replacement

Note. To remove and install the roof front trim, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the roof.

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1. Scrape off all traces of the old trim, then clean the roof bonding surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the surface.
2. Apply primer to the areas where the roof front trim will be applied.
3. Apply the roof front trim (A, B). Peel the adhesive backing (C) from the front edge of the trim. Center and fit the trim against the roof. Apply the trim to the roof while peeling the remaining adhesive backing (D) from it a little at a time. Check that the trim is parallel and free of wrinkles. Remove the application tape.

Hardtop Lock Handle Replacement

Note. To remove and install the hardtop lock handle, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the headliner.

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1. Remove the hardtop lock handle as shown below.
2. Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply multipurpose grease to the springs and the moving portions. Apply liquid thread lock to the thread of the screw (A) before reinstallation.

Roof Side Lock Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. To remove and install the roof side lock, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the roof. If the old lock will be installed, mark a line around the mounting bolts before removing the lock.

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1. Remove the B-pillar trim (see «INTERIOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-221364-S35032812672006022400000) ).
2. Remove the roof side lock as shown below.
3. Install the lock in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If reinstalling the old lock, align the lock with the marks made during removal. Apply multipurpose grease to the springs and the moving portions. If necessary, adjust the lock alignment; refer to «ROOF POSITION ADJUSTMENT»(ref-221364-S10127655072006022400000) . Grease Application

Hardtop Striker Replacement

Note. To remove and install the hardtop striker, remove the roof from the body. Take care not to scratch the interior parts.

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1. Remove the windshield header interior trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - FRONT ROOF AREA»(ref-221365-S35667005942006022400000) ).
2. Remove the hardtop striker as shown below.
3. Install the striker in the reverse order of removal.

Body Side Catch Assembly Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Remove the roof from the body. Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
2. Remove the rear side trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - SEAT SIDE AREA»(ref-221365-S09878491562006022400000) ).
3. On the left side, detach and disconnect the connector (A), then detach the harness clip (B).
4. Remove the bolts (C, D), then remove the body side catch assembly (E).
5. Remove the lower clip (A) fastening the B-pillar outer weatherstrip (B) from outside of the front door opening. Make sure the center of the clip hole aligns with the center of the hole in the convertible top frame (C). If necessary, loosen the mounting bolt (D), and move the convertible top frame slightly until the holes align. Then tighten the bolt, and install the clip.
6. Grease the catch.
7. Reinstall the catch assembly (E) on the corner gusset (F) and the convertible top frame; tighten the bolts (G, H). On left side, reconnect the connector (I).
8. Reinstall all of the removed parts.

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1. Remove the body side catch assembly from the body (see «HARDTOP STRIKER REPLACEMENT»(ref-221364-S01041706332006022400000) ).
2. Remove the body side catch as shown below.
3. Install the catch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply multipurpose grease to each location as indicated by the arrows. Apply liquid thread lock to the screw before reinstallation.