What is the bolt torque for attaching the Bronco removable roof?

The diagram specifies bolt torque of 5-7 ft.lbs. for the roof attaching bolts.

What is the locator pin torque?

The locator pin is torqued to 6-12 ft.lbs. into a rivnut.

How should the removable roof be stored off the vehicle?

Locate supports approximately one foot inboard from each end of the roof, keeping the roof a minimum of 6 inches off the ground, resting on the weatherstrip side up per the roof storage diagram.

Should the tailgate window be up or down when removing the roof?

The note states the tailgate window must remain full down when the roof is off the vehicle to prevent possible window breakage.

How is the run assembly adjusted?

The run assembly is adjusted in or out as required before tightening the screws; the nut is installed finger tight only, and the tab is to be bent up after insertion through the weatherstrip slot.

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Ford Bronco Removable Hardtop Roof Exploded Diagram - Weatherstrip & Bolts

Exploded diagram of removable roof, weatherstrips, retainers and storage with torque

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Exploded parts breakdown of the removable hardtop roof showing weatherstrips, retainers, brackets and roof storage with torque notes.

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This document is an exploded parts and installation diagram for a removable hardtop roof (topper) on a Ford Bronco. It illustrates the roof assembly, associated weatherstrips, retainers, run assemblies, bolts, screws, nuts, spring nuts, brackets, and locator pins used to attach and seal the roof to the body. Several detail views show cross-sections of weatherstrip and roof mating surfaces, the tab that must be bent up after insertion through the weatherstrip slot, and the run assembly adjustment (in or out as required before tightening screws). Torque specifications are given: attaching bolts to 5-7 ft.lbs. and the locator pin to 6-12 ft.lbs. into a rivnut. Some items — a plastic trim moulding and bracket — are noted as "Ranger only." A roof storage diagram instructs placing supports approximately one foot inboard from each end of the roof, with the roof at least 6 inches off the ground. A safety note warns that the tailgate window must remain fully down when the roof is off the vehicle to prevent possible window breakage. The diagram is undated and does not state applicable model years, but its content matches removable-top full-size Broncos.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the bolt torque for attaching the Bronco removable roof?: The diagram specifies bolt torque of 5-7 ft.lbs. for the roof attaching bolts.
What is the locator pin torque?: The locator pin is torqued to 6-12 ft.lbs. into a rivnut.
How should the removable roof be stored off the vehicle?: Locate supports approximately one foot inboard from each end of the roof, keeping the roof a minimum of 6 inches off the ground, resting on the weatherstrip side up per the roof storage diagram.
Should the tailgate window be up or down when removing the roof?: The note states the tailgate window must remain full down when the roof is off the vehicle to prevent possible window breakage.
How is the run assembly adjusted?: The run assembly is adjusted in or out as required before tightening the screws; the nut is installed finger tight only, and the tab is to be bent up after insertion through the weatherstrip slot.