Pavement Ends 51139 User Manual

Replay
Fabric Replacement Top
Installation Instructions
For: Isuzu Amigo 1989 - 1994 with Part Number: 51139 Patented Belt Rail Tailgate Enhancement
The metal Belt Rail Tailgate Retainer included in this product is an original design and is protected by U.S. Patent #4,757,854.
WARNING
This product is designed to enhance the appearance of the vehicle and to shield the occupants from ordinary weather con­ditions. Do not rely in any way on the components of this product to contain occupants within the vehicle, or to protect against injury or death in the event of an accident. This top will not protect the occupants from falling objects. Never operate vehicle in excess of manufacturer’s specifications.
WEAR SEAT BELTS AT ALL TIMES
Read and follow, precisely, all installation instructions provided when installing top. Failure to do so may result in a poor fitting top and could place occupants of the vehicle in a potentially dangerous situation. After installing or reinstalling the top, check to make sure it has been properly installed.
Installation Tips
After completing the installation, keep these instructions for future reference. Before you begin installing this Replay Top assembly, read all instructions thoroughly. Below are a few tips to make this installation easier.
For a smooth fit:
It is normal for the fabric to contract and wrinkle when stored in the shipping carton. Within a few days after the installation, the fabric will relax and the wrinkles will disappear.
51139 pg 1
Rev. D 0903
Parts List and Hardware Identification
Top Fabric Assembly Qty - 1 Rear Curtain (Window) Qty - 1 Adhesive Hook Strip, 5/8" x 2" Qty - 4 3-3/4" Plastic Strip Qty - 1
Tools Needed
Phillips Screwdriver
Flat Screwdriver
7/16" Wrench
10mm Wrench
50/50 Alcohol/Water Solution
Clean Cloth
Safety Glasses
Step One
Remove the old top.
1/4 - 20 Locknut, Qty - 9, Part Number 198.26
1/4 - 20 Phillips Head Bolt, Qty - 9, Part Number 257.92
Parts Shown in Actual Size
Tailgate Retainer, Qty - 1, Part Number 286.50
The appliation of the above part is protected under U.S. Patent #4,757,854.
#6-32 Locknut, Qty - 2, Part Number 298.25
#6-32 x 3/4 Pan Head Screw, Qty - 2, Part Number 298.23
#6 Washer, Qty - 4, Part Number 298.24
Body Stud, Qty - 2, Part Number 9.68
Lift up slightly on the rubber seal along the top of the tailgate to access the nuts securing the seven “Lift-a-Dot” Posts to the tailgate. Remove the “Lift-a-Dot” Posts.
Remove the corner screws, next to the tailgate on each side. Relocate the snaps on each end of the tailgate to the screw holes on either side of the tailgate.
FOR 1989 MODELS ONLY: On 1989 models, there is a turnbuckle on each end of the tailgate. Remove it. Use the Body Studs, #6-32 x 3/4 Pan Head Screws, #6-32 Washers and #6-32 Locknuts from the Parts Kit. Install the Body Studs with a washer behind the stud and one in front of the nut.
Rubber Seal Detail
Pull up gently on rubber seal
Remove Turnbuckles
View from Inside of Vehicle
FOR 1989 MODELS ONLY
Remove Turnbuckle and Install Body Stud
Body Stud
Remove Turnbuckles on Tailgate
#6-32 Locknut
Tailgate
Relocate Snap from Tailgate to Screw Hole
Remove Corner Screw
#6-32 x 3/4 Pan Head Screw
#6-32 Washers
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Step Two
Install Tailgate Retainer on top of tailgate. Place the retainer over the holes from the turnbuckles and install it with the 9 Bolts and Locknuts provided. Check the rubber seal to make certain it returns to the proper position.
Tailgate Retainer Detail Cross Section
Tailgate Retainer
Bolt
Locknut
Tailgate
Rubber Seal Detail
Bolts and Locknuts
View from Inside of Vehicle
Tailgate Retainer
Make sure rubber seal returns to position over bolts
Snap
Step Three
Orient the top fabric on the vehicle with the weatherstripping and the Lift-a-Dots toward the front. With the bow folded forward, start in the center along the front of the vehicle and seat the rubber seal into the channel on the roof. Make sure the rubber seal is seated in the channel and not folded over. Push the Lift-a-Dot in the fabric over the stud on the vehicle. Alternate between seating the rubber seal into the channel and fastening the Lift-a-Dots across the top of the roof. Do not continue down the sides at this time.
Rubber Seal Detail Cross Section
3 3/4" Plastic Strip - Use to lever Rubber Seal into position
Front
Vehicle Body
Rubber Seal
Fabric
Channel
Front
Lift-a-Dots
Rubber Seal
Top Fabric
Note:
Make sure the rubber seal is seated in the channel (not folded over) before fastening the Lift­a-Dots. Alternate between seating the rubber seal and fastening the Lift-a-Dots.
51139 pg 3
Rev. D 0903
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