Jeep Gladiator 2021, Owner'S Manual, Page: 98 / 484

96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
9. Store the wire harness by removing the
storage cover on the quarter trim. Use the
mechanical key blade to pry the cover open.
Step Nine
10. Tuck the wire harness inside the storage
compartment, and replace the cover.
Step Ten
I
NSTALLING
T
HE
H
ARD
T
OP
If the door frames are installed from soft top
usage, they must be removed prior to
installation of the hard top
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page 97.
To install the hard top, place the hard top on the
vehicle while making sure that the top is sitting
flush with the body at the sides and across the
back. Then follow the removal steps in reverse
order.
NOTE:

Inspect the hard top seals for damage and
replace if necessary.

Install the hard top using the same steps for
removal in reverse order.
When reinstalling the interior soft trim panel:

Be sure the panel is centered so that
there is an even gap on both sides.

Apply pressure over the hook-and-loop
fasteners to ensure they are properly
secured.
CAUTION!

The front panel(s) must be positioned prop -
erly to ensure sealing. Improper installation
can cause water to leak into the vehicle's
interior.

The hard top assembly must be positioned
properly to ensure sealing. Improper instal -
lation can cause water to leak into the
vehicle's interior.

The hard top is not designed to carry any
additional loads, such as after-market roof
racks, spare tires, building materials,
hunting or camping supplies, etc
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page 109.

Do not move your vehicle until the top has
been either fully attached to the windshield
frame and bodyside, or fully removed.

The removal of the hard top requires four
adults located on each corner. Failure to
follow this caution could damage the hard
top.