Jeep Wrangler: WRANGLER TOPS / Removing The Hard Top

1. Remove both front panels.
2. Open both front doors.
3. Using the provided #50 Torx head driver and ratchet, remove the two Torx head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the front doors).

   

   Step Three

4. Remove the six Torx head screws that secure the hard top to the vehicle (along the interior bodyside — three screws on each side) using the #50 Torx head driver.

   

   Step Four

5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift the rear window glass.

   

   Step Five

6. Locate the wire harness and washer hose on the left rear inside corner of the vehicle.

   

   Step Six

7. Release the locking tab by pushing it downward.

   

   Step Seven

8. To remove the wiring harness, push the tab inward while pulling downward to disconnect.

   

   Step Eight

   

   Step Eight

9. To remove the washer hose, push the release button on hose connector, and pull downward.

   

   Step Nine

10. Secure the wire harness to the body side by plugging it into the receptacle and reengaging the locking tab.

    

    Step Ten

11. Secure the washer hose by snapping it into the top of the body side receptacle.

    

    Step Eleven

    

    Step Eleven

12. Lower the rear window, and close the swing gate.
13. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place the hard top on a soft surface to prevent damage.

CAUTION!

The removal of the rear Hard Top requires four adults, one located on each corner. Failure to follow this caution could damage the Freedom Top.