See the attached photos on the passenger side, there is a flap that rotates 180 degrees when putting the top up and down, the hinge is now loose and will not stay in postion, does anyone know procedure for replacement and what the part is called and a part number if available

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Jerry

2004 SL500 Black 55K Miles
2002 s500 Black 90K Miles
1986 300E Gold 233K Miles
1966 Twin Cessna 320D
1989 Jeep Cherokee 233K Miles
1994 Ford Van E150 399K Miles

The part is called the side-flap drive assembly. It includes the motor, cables, hinges, etc. The replacement procedure is pretty straight-forward. Once you see the new one, you'll be able to figure out the rest. It's no big deal.

Thanks for the information, I understand the part does not come with the actual flap, and looking at how the flap is attached I see threads poking out on the "arm" but do not see how to remove and replace, do I have to peel back the vinyl ?

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Jerry

2004 SL500 Black 55K Miles
2002 s500 Black 90K Miles
1986 300E Gold 233K Miles
1966 Twin Cessna 320D
1989 Jeep Cherokee 233K Miles
1994 Ford Van E150 399K Miles

The vinyl trim pieces just snap into place. Just pry them up carefully and you'll be able to release the locking tabs.