RUGGED RIDGE PN 53723.15 Convertible Top Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- RUGGED RIDGE
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PN 53723.15 Convertible Top
Product Information
The Convertible Top is designed for the 1995 – 1998 Geo Tracker
& Suzuki Sidekick. It comes with all the necessary parts for
installation, including the Top, Soft (1), Rear Window (1), Quarter
Window, Right (1), and Quarter Window, Left (1). The product code
for this top is IS-STR-06.
Before installing the top, it is important to read and follow
all installation instructions provided in the manual. Failure to do
so may result in a poor fitting top and could potentially be
dangerous for the vehicle occupants.
To ensure a smooth fit, it is recommended to install the top at
temperatures above 72°F. Below this temperature, the top may
contract, making it difficult to fit to the vehicle. It is normal
for the top to contract and wrinkle when stored in the shipping
carton, but within a few days after installation, it will relax and
the wrinkles will disappear.
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Remove the old top
-
Orient the top of the vehicle so that the pocket sewn into the
top is toward the front. -
To open the header, push the red buttons on each side of the
latch that attaches the header to the windshield. Open the header
and push it back.
Step 2: Slip the pocket over the front edge of the header
-
Slip the pocket sewn into the front of the top over the front
edge of the header. -
Snap the five snaps along the pocket to the snap heads on the
header.
Step 3: Position the center flap
-
Push the header forward to close it, but do not latch it at
this time. -
Make sure that the snaps on the center flap on the inside of
the top are in front of the Sport Bar and the hook and loop sewn to
the flap is behind the Sport Bar.
Step 12: Install the Rear Window
-
Remove the Tailgate Retainer from the clips on each side of the
tailgate opening. -
Orient the Rear Window with the vinyl out and the zipper toward
the top. -
Slide the Tailgate Retainer onto the tube strip sewn just
inside the bottom edge of the Rear Window. -
Slip the Tailgate Retainer back into the clips on the
vehicle.
Step 13: Zip and secure the Rear Window
-
Start the zipper on the right-hand side of the Rear Window and
zip it completely closed. -
Tuck the zipper ring up under the fabric to keep it out of the
hook and loop. -
Fasten the hook and loop sewn on each side of the Rear
Window.
Convertible Top
Installation Instructions
For: 1995 – 1998 Geo Tracke r & Suzuki Sidekick PN 53723.15 & 53723.52
IS-STR-06
Pa rts List
To p , So ft
(1)
Re a r W ind o w
(1)
Q ua te r W ind o w, Rt.
(1)
Q ua rte r W ind o w, Lt.
(1)
WA RNING
Insta lla tion Tips
This produc t is de sig ne d to e nha nc e the a ppe a ra nc e of the ve hic
le a nd to shie ld the oc c upa nts from ordina ry we a the r c onditions. Do
not re ly in a ny wa y on the c om pone nts of this produc t to c onta in oc c
upa nts within the ve hic le , or to prote c t a g a inst injury or de a th in
the e ve nt of a n a c c ide nt. This top will not prote c t the oc c upa nts
from fa lling obje c ts. Ne ve r ope ra te ve hic le in e xc e ss of m a nufa
c ture rÕs spe c ific a tions.
WEA R SEA T BELTS A T A LL TIMES.
Re a d a nd follow, pre c ise ly , a ll insta lla tion instruc tions provide d
whe n insta lling top. Fa ilure to do so m a y re sult in a poor fitting top a
nd c ould pla c e oc c upa nts of the ve hic le in a pote ntia lly da ng e
rous situa tion.
Be fo re yo u b e g in insta lling this to p a sse m b ly, re a d a ll instruc
tio ns tho ro ug hly. A fte r c o m p le ting the insta lla tio n, ke e p the
se instruc tio ns fo r furthe r re fe re nc e . Be lo w a re a fe w tip s to m
a ke this insta lla tio n e a sie r.
For a sm ooth fit:
Fo r e a se in insta lla tio n, the to p sho uld b e insta lle d a t te m p e
ra ture s a b o ve 72 F. Be lo w this te m p e ra ture , the to p m a y c o
ntra c t a n inc h o r m o re , m a king it d iffic ult to fit to the ve hic
le .
It is no rm a l fo r a to p to c o ntra c t a nd wrinkle whe n sto re d in the
ship p ing c a rto n. W ithin a fe w d a ys a fte r the insta lla tio n, the
to p will re la x a nd the wrinkle s will d isa p p e a r.
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Step One
Remove the old top.
Orient the top of the vehicle. The pocket sewn into the top should be toward
the front.
To open the header, push the red buttons on each side of the latch that
attaches the header to the windshield. Open the header and push it back.
Header
Push red buttons on latch to release header Sun Visor
Pocket – Slip over front of Header
Snap Pocket to Header
Header
ft
Windshield
Step2
Slip the pocket sewn into the front of the top over the front edge of the
header. Snap the five snaps along the pocket to the snap heads on the header.
Center Flap. – Must be in front of Sport Bar
Step 3
Front
Push the header forward to close it, but do not
latch it at this time.
Make sure that the snaps on the center flap on the inside of the top are in front of the Sport Bar and the hook and loop sewn to the flap is behind the Sport Bar.
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Step 12
Remove the Tailgate Retainer from the clips on each side of the tailgate
opening. (Press gently on Retainer to release.)
Orient the Rear Window with the vinyl out and the zipper toward the top. Slide
the Tailgate Retainer onto the tube strip sewn just inside the bottom edge of
the Rear Window.
Slip the Tailgate Retainer back into the clips on the vehicle. On the left
hand side press in sharply to engage the retainer.
Tailgate Retainer Clip
Rubber Seal Press gently on clip to release retainer
Tailgate Retainer Fabric Tube Strip
Rear
Step 13
Start the zipper on the right hand side of the Rear Window and zip completely
closed. Tuck the zipper ring up under the fabric to keep it out of the hook
and lo op.
Fasten the hook and loop sewn on each side of the Rear Window.
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Rear Window
Fasten Hook and Loop
Tuck Zipp·er Ring under fabric
Start Zipper
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Care and Maintenance of your Rugged Ridge Soft Top
Your top is made of the finest materials available. To keep it looking new and
for the maximum possible wear, it will need periodic cleaning and maintenance.
Washing: The top fabric should be washed often using soap, warm water and a
soft bristle brush. Rinse with clear water to remove all traces of soap.
Windows: Keep windows clean to avoid scratching. DO NOT use a brush on the
windows! Wash with a water soaked cloth or sponge or sponge and a mild dish
washing detergent. NEVER WIPE THE WINDOWS WHEN THEY ARE DRY. Be careful when
cleaning snow or frost from the vinyl windows since they are easily scratched
and may crack at low temperatures. DO NOT roll the sides or rear window in
cold weather. The windows become stiff and will crack.
Zippers: Keeping the zipper cleaned and lubricated with a silicone lubricant
will help prevent damage and keep the zippers in a smooth working condition.
If a zipper opens behind the slider, the slider may have been spread apart.
This problem can usually be repaired by using an ordinary pair of pliers to
bring the sides back into parallel. Return slider to the end of the zipper in
the normal Open position. Squeeze lightly at first and test the zipper. If the
zipper continues to remain open squeeze more firmly with the pliers and try
the zipper again. Repeat this procedure until the zipper operates correctly.
Water: Seeping through at the seams may be stopped by applying a water
repellent on the inside of the seams. Rips in the fabric may be repaired with
iron on patches. Iron the patches to the inside of the top. Carefully follow
the manufacturers instructions.
Snaps: Keep snaps cleaned and lubricated with silicone to help prevent snaps
from sticking to the studs. If a snap does become stuck to a stud, use a
screwdriver and GENTLY pry apart to prevent permanent damage to the snap or
the top fabric.
Normal Slider Jaws Parallel
Damaged Slider Jaws Spread Apart (Sometimes Broken)
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