RUGGED RIDGE 13721.XX Jeep Wrangler Replacement Soft Top Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- RUGGED RIDGE
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RUGGED RIDGE 13721.XX Jeep Wrangler Replacement Soft Top
WARNING!
This product is designed to enhance the appearance of the vehicle and to shield the occupants from ordinary weather con- dictions. 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 manufacture’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.
vehicle in a potentially dangerous situation.
After installing or reinstalling the top, check to make sure it has been
properly installed before driving.
PARTS LIST
| Qty – 1 | Fabric Top |
|---|---|
| Qty – 1 | Quarter Window, Right |
| Qty – 1 | Quarter Window, Left |
| Qty – 1 | Rear Window |
| Qty – 1 | Door Cover, Right |
| Qty – 1 | Door Cover, Left |
Installation Tips
Before you begin to install the new top read all instructions thoroughly. Below are a few tips to make this installation easier.
After completing the installation, keep these instructions for further reference.
For a Smooth Fit
For ease in installation, the top should be installed at a temperature above 72 F. Below this temperature, the fabric may contract an inch or more, making it hard to fit to the vehicle.
It is normal for the fabric to contract and wrinkle when stored in the
shipping carton.
Within a few days of the installation, the fabric will relax and the wrinkles
will disappear.
Removing the Old Top
Tools needed:
- Shoe Horn
- Safety Glasses
- Razor Knife
CAUTION
Safety glasses should be worn at all times while installing this product.
Step (1) : Remove the quarter windows and rear window. Remove the metal
tailgate bar from the bottom of the rear window and set to the side. It will
be reused.
Step (2) : Unsnap the center and rear cloth tabs from the frame
Step (3): Pull down on spreader bars and push rear support bow forward.
Step (4): Release the rear corners of the top. Pull gently down and then
out to release the plastic strip from the retainer on the vehicle.
Step (5): Unsnap the old top from above doors, remove front plastic strip
from windshield channel and remove old top.
Installing the New Top
Step (1): Locate the top and orient it on the vehicle Snap it to the
middle and rear bows.
Step (2): Insert front top plastic strip into the windshield channel
retainer
Step (3): Push the front support bow all the way forward. Bow must slip
into notch in the belt rail.
Pull the bottom of the rear support forward to ease installation of the side
curtains.
Step (4): Insert rear corners of top into rear corner retainer rails.
Step (5): Pull the bottom rear support bow back until it snaps into the
notch in the side rail.
Step (6): Start the zippers 2-3 inches on the top and rear of the side
curtains.
Step (7) : Pop the plastic strip on the front of the side curtain into the retainer channel on the front support bow.
Step (8): Slide the plastic strip on the bottom of the side curtain into
the side retainer. Start at one end of the strip and work along to the other
end. Close the top and rear zippers on the side curtains
Step (9): Push the inner spreader bar up until they snap into place
Step (10): Open the tailgate. Slide the rear curtain retainer onto the
bottom of the rear curtain. Close the rear curtain zippers. Push the rear
curtain retainer into the top of the tailgate retainer. Slip the plastic on
the bottom of the corners under the bottom for the tailgate retainer.
Step(11): Fasten snaps on top, above doors, to stubs on vehicle. Studs
will slide to match location of snaps on top.
Step (12): Unfasten the plastic retainer at the bottom of the fabric door
and remove it from the vehicle. User a razor knife to cut the stitches on the
old door covers and remove them from the door frames.
Step (13): Separate the hook and loop fasteners on the door covers and
slide the new cover onto the frame, starting at the top. Work from corner, to
corner wrapping the fabric around the frame and fastening the hook to the loop
as you work around the door.
Note: a shoe horn may help with the stretching of the door skins over the
upper door frames.
Step (14): Reinstall the upper doors. Insert the pins into the grommets in the lower doors.
Step (15): Fasten the snap at the front of the upper door. Slip the
plastic strip on the bottom of the soft door into the retainer on the steel
door.
Care and Maintenance of Your New Top
Your top is made of the finest materials available. To keep it looking new and for the maximum possible ware, it will need periodic cleaning and maintenance.
Washing:
The fabric should be washed often using soap, warm water and a soft bristle
brush. Rinse with clear water to remove all traces of soap.
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 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:
In the event of seeping through the seams, 3M Scotchgard® may be applied on
the inside of the seams to stop the seepage. Rips in the fabric may be
repaired with Bondex® iron on patches. Iron the patches to the inside of the
top, carefully following the Bondex® 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 small flat
head screw driver and GENTLY pry apart to prevent permanent damage to the snap
or the top fabric.
Windows:
Keep windows clean to avoid scratching. DO NOT use a brush on the windows!
Wash with a water soaked cloth 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 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.
Customers Support
460 HORIZON DR. SUITE 400 | SUWANEE, GA 30024 | PHONE:
770-614-6101 | FAX:
770-614-6069 |
info@omix-ada.com
For Technical Assistance Contact:
OMIX-ADA Tech Support
Phone: 1-800-449-6649
Email: techsupport@omix-ada.com
Web: www.Omix-Ada.com
References
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