1. Remove the detachable hardtop.
2. Remove the following parts:a. B-pillar garnish (See DETACHABLE HARDTOP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.)b. Side lock (See DETACHABLE HARDTOP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.)c. B-pillar upper trim (See B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM REMOVAL [DETACHABLE HARDTOP], B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM INSTALLATION [DETACHABLE HARDTOP].)d. Male wedge cover (See DETACHABLE HARDTOP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.)e. Top lock cover (See DETACHABLE HARDTOP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.)f. Headliner (See HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [DETACHABLE HARDTOP].)
3. Pull the shock absorbing pad rearward and detach clips A.
4. Remove the shock-absorbing pad.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.