I am trying to remove the combination hard/soft top release handles. The don't seem to just pry off of the knurled spline (I assume there is one).

The CD service manual is no help.

Does anyone know how to remove these? Thanks.

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Gary


1973 450SL
1999 Silverado 4X4 Ext Cab
1999 Mercury Sable
1972 450SL Parts car

Previously owned keepers:
1967 MGCGT - 3L-6
1972 Mustang Fastback - 351C

Current Cylinder Index: 37

pry the trim out of the middle of the inboard handle, inside that is a circlip, which allows it to some off, then the outboard handle slides off.

They have been in place for about 34 years now. After removing the handle cover, I placed a wedge behind the release handles and against the interior panel. I used a pin punch and set it against the center splined shaft in the middle of the handle. With a couple of sharp taps it popped right off.

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Gary


1973 450SL
1999 Silverado 4X4 Ext Cab
1999 Mercury Sable
1972 450SL Parts car

Previously owned keepers:
1967 MGCGT - 3L-6
1972 Mustang Fastback - 351C

Current Cylinder Index: 37