Webasto Black Forest ThrowBack Top User manual

Thank you for your recent purchase of your new Webasto ThrowBack Top for Jeep Wrangler
Hardtop. Be sure to thoroughly read the installation instructions prior to installation.
The Webasto ThrowBack Top for the Jeep Wrangler Hardtop is intended to be used as an
everyday shield from weather conditions. This top is not intended for structural protection in
the event of an accident or roll over situation. Refer to your Jeeps owner’s manual for further
information about proper safety restraints. Always wear your seatbelt per manufacturers
recommendations and state laws.
It is strongly recommended to have two people available to assist with the installation
of the Webasto ThrowBack Top.
ThrowBack Top - Installation Instructions
Jeep Wrangler (JK) – 2 / 4 Door
2007 - 2017

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Language
ENGLISH .………………………………………………………………………………….…………4
ESPAÑOL …………………………………………………………………………….…….……....13
FRANÇAIS ……………………………………………………………….....................................25
Contents
KIT CONTENTS................................................................................................................... 4
REQUIRED TOOLS.............................................................................................................. 4
INSTALLATION................................................................................................................... 5
OPERATION ....................................................................................................................... 8
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 10
LIMITED NON-TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY ................................................................... 11

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Kit Contents
Required Tools
Tool Description
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1/4in or 3/8in Ratchet or Bit Driver - (Also included in
optional Jeep Tool Kit)
T30 Torx® socket (1/4in or 3/8in drive)
Utility Knife
Safety Glasses (always wear proper safety equipment)
Ladder / Step Stool
Part Part Number Image Qty.
ThrowBack Top Assembly 5010061 1
M8 x 1.25 x 70mm Retainer Bolts
5012477
4
Hold Back Straps 5012479 2
Product Literature 5010763 1

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Installation
For installation video please visit www.blackforestgear.com.
Step Image Description
1.
Carefully remove the Webasto ThrowBack Top
from its packaging. Be sure to save the shipping
box and related materials for optional storage
of the Jeep Freedom Panels explained later in
step 12.
2.
Remove Jeep Freedom Panels per the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Steps 3-6 are for the Jeep Wrangler 4-Door only. Skip to step 7 if installing your
Webasto ThrowBack Top on a Jeep Wrangler 2-Door.
3.
Locate the rearmost sport bar hole as shown.
This can be located by feeling through the sport
bar padding approximately 2 ¾” (70mm)
forward of hard top edge.
4.
On the top side of the sport bar padding make
a ½” slit to allow for the ThrowBack retainer
bolt to pass-through during the following steps.
5.
Gain access to the underside of the rear sport
bar hole. Remove the sport bar padding from
both B-pillars by gently lifting upward.

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Step Image Description
6.
Unzip and pull padding forward enough to
access the underside of described hole.
7.
It is recommended to have two people available
to assist with this step. Carefully place the
complete ThrowBack Top into place as shown.
8.
Using the supplied M8 bolts and previously
removed mushroom knobs, secure the
ThrowBack Top in the following sequence from
the underside the of the top. Torque M8 bolts
to 5 Nm. or 44.25 in-lbs.
Re-check M8 bolts periodically to ensure proper
torque.
1
2
3
4
5
6
1-2
3-4
5-6
Front / Sport Bar
Rear / Sport Bar
Rear / Mushroom Knobs

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Step Image Description
9.
Reinstall sport bar padding in the reverse
order of removal (steps 5 & 6).
NOTE: 4 door model only
10.
Unclip the Sun Visors and move them out of
the way. Locate the two windshield header
latches; adjust the latch handle to the full
open position to allow for engagement of
the windshield loop.
11.
Pivot each latch forward to close and secure
each latch assembly. Re-clip the Sun Visors
back into position.
12.
The Webasto ThrowBack Top packaging is
designed to stow your Jeep Freedom Panels
while not in use. Insert the supplied Freedom
Panel spacer into place as shown. Carefully
position your Freedom Panels and close lid.
This packaging is not designed to be
stackable.
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Operation
OPEN THROWBACK TOP
Image Description
Unclip the Sun Visors and move them out of the
way. Release the header latches from the
windshield loops but pulling on the buckles.
Using the ThrowBack Top front rail; lift the top up
and back towards the rear of the vehicle.
If you’re expecting a bumpy ride, wrap the
supplied Velcro® straps around each side
mechanism assembly as shown to prevent an
accidental top closure.

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CLOSE THROWBACK TOP
Image Description
Be sure to remove the Velcro® straps before
attempting to close the top and stow for future
use.
Unclip the Sun Visors and move them out of the
way. Using the ThrowBack Top front rail; lift the
top up and forward towards the front of the
vehicle.
Locate the two windshield header latches; adjust
the latch handle to the full open position to allow
for engagement of the windshield loop.
Pivot each latch forward to close and secure each
latch assembly.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WASHING:
Use a mild soap with minimum suds, warm water, and a brush with soft bristles. DO NOT use
harsh cleaners or bleaching agents on top material, as damage may result.
RINSING:
Be sure to remove all traces of cleaner by rinsing the top thoroughly with clean water.
Remember to allow the top to dry before opening it.
-Do not use an automatic car wash or high pressure car wash with ThrowBack top
installed.
-Do not open the ThrowBack Top with temperatures below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the
top may occur.
-Do not attempt to operate the vehicle until the top has been fully attached to the
windshield frame or is fully opened.
-When removing frost, snow or ice, never use a scraper or de-icing chemicals on fabric
top.