Up/Down Adjustment Procedure

2006 Chevrolet SSR AutomaticSECTION Up/Down Adjustment Procedure
  1. Cycle the folding top open.
  2. Place a protective covering over the interior of the vehicle and quarter panels.
  3. Remove the front headliner. Refer to Retractable Roof Headliner Front Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Fig 1: Marking Top Panel Fasteners Location
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  5. Mark the fasteners to the side rail for a starting reference point.
  6. Cycle the folding top closed.
  7. Loosen the folding top rear panel fasteners.
  8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Adjust the panel as necessary.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the fasteners to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  10. Verify that the folding top rear panel is aligned properly.
  11. Repeat the adjustment procedure as necessary.
  12. Cycle the folding top open.
  13. Install the front headliner. Refer to Retractable Roof Headliner Front Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  14. Remove the protective covering.
  15. Inspect the folding top for proper operation. Refer to Power Folding Top Description and OperationΒ .
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