Adjusting the hardtop · 5 Setting the lateral offset of the The offset betweenthe hardtop and the cowl panel at the

911 Carrera (996) Convertible top, hardtop Adjusting the hardtop 5 Setting the lateral offset of the The offset betweenthe hardtop and the cowl panel at the hardtop at the front front (dimension"B")can be corrected by adjustingthe convertibletop pin housing. Note: Changesetting on the convertible top pin housing only after checking the adjusting dimensionswith the convertibletop closed. Also see ServoNo. 61 01 15 "Adjustingthe convertible top" 6 Tighteningthe fastening screws Tighten screws to 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb. (1) of the rear hardtop locks. 7 Setting gap between hardtop By turning the fastening screws (2), set gap "D" on both and convertible top sides of the vehicle. Tighten fastening nuts (2) to 90 Nm compartment lid (67 ftlb.). 8 Closingall side windows Check for smooth operation and freedom from leaks; readjustthe channel strips on the hardtop if necessary. Note: Readjustthe side windows if necessary. Before adjustment,check position of the side windows in relation to the convertibletop (see Service Nos. 64 75 19 and 5751 37). It might be possible to avoid adjusting the side windows by varying the gap at the hardtop at the rear. If the windows are in contact with the hardtop at their end position, correct the gap at the hardtop at rear toward the max. value. If the side windows leak, correct the gap at the hardtop at rear toward the min. value. 9 Removingtrim panels of the rear Clip in trim panels downwards. hardtop locks 61 02 15 Adjusting the hardtop 61-141 Printed in Germany -31, 1999 99661137