Jeep Wrangler: FOLDING WINDSHIELD / Raising The Windshield

  1. Release the strap that secured the windshield in the lowered position.
  2. Raise the windshield.
  3. Using the provided #40 Torx head driver, reinstall the four Torx screws located along the interior of the windshield. Secure them until they are snug, being careful not to cross-thread the screws or overtighten.

    Jeep Wrangler. Raising The Windshield

    Interior Torx Screw Locations

    1. Outside Torx Screws

    2. Inside Torx Screws

  4. Reinstall the windshield wiper arms using the provided 15 mm socket. First, align the tips of the blade to the “T” mark in the glass.

    Then, while holding the arm in that position, reinstall the hex nut and tighten until snug. Be careful not to over-tighten. Repeat for the other arm.

  5. Reinstall the protective caps over the wiper arm hex bolts and push gently until they snap into place.

    Jeep Wrangler. Raising The Windshield

    Protective Cap Over Wiper Bolt

  6. After completing the steps above:
    • If your vehicle is equipped with a Soft Top, reinstall the Door Rails and raise the top.
    • If your vehicle is equipped with a Hard Top, reinstall the Freedom Panels.

    Lowering The Windshield

    Before completing the steps below: If your vehicle is equipped with a Soft Top, the top MUST be lowered, and the door rails must be removed prior to lowering the windshield...

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