Set Plate Assembly Note

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Set Plate Assembly Note
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  1. Turn the convertible top over and fold it.
  2. Install the front of the top fabric to the front header.
  3. Align the set plate and top fabric with the set plate installation holes.
  4. Install the set plate to the link.
    Fig 1: Installing Set Plate To Link
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