How to Lower a Jeep Wrangler Soft Top

One thing about lowering Jeep Wrangler soft top is that there are many different configurations. You can decide to fold down your Jeep Wrangler soft top partially down, fully down, or remove the rear windows. The Jeep Wrangler soft top is the perfect option if you enjoy the warm weather and fresh air. Also if you want a faster, easier way to fold down Wrangler soft top. Keep reading to learn more on how to put soft top down on a Jeep Wrangler below and contact us if you have any more questions. We look forward to helping you enjoy your Jeep Wrangler soft top and all that it can do.

Lowering Jeep Wrangler Soft Top: Things to Know

• Don't use excessive force when pulling the latch, it may cause damage to the soft top
• Don't pull downward while removing the rear window, it can damage the retainer
• Secure windows in a safe place to prevent damage
• Both quarter windows should be installed or removed together
• Hook-and-loop fastener straps are found in the center console
• Don't wrap hook-and-loop fastener straps around the door rails

Steps to Fold Down Soft Top Jeep Wrangler

When it comes to lowering Jeep Wrangler soft top, there are different configurations to choose from. With the partially lower soft top, you can keep the rear window and quarter windows installed, the rear window and quarter windows removed, or the rear window installed and quarter windows removed. To completely lower Jeep Wrangler soft top, both the rear window and quarter windows need to be removed. Follow the steps on how to put soft top down on a Jeep Wrangler below!

Removing Jeep Wrangler Soft Top Rear Window & Quarter Windows

1. Remove the plastic retainers at the lower right and left corners of the rear window
2. Hold the bar and rotate it outward and up to release the swing gate bar from its retainers
3. Slide the swing gate bar to the left to remove it from the rear window
4. Remove the plastic retainers from both quarter window pillars
5. Take the rear window, keep it level, and slide it to the left until it fully separates from its retainer
6. Remove the quarter windows by reaching through the rear opening and pushing the bottom corner outward to release the tab from the bottom window pillar
7. Undo the hook-and-loop fastener at the upper front corner of the window
8. Remove the plastic retainer from along the bottom of the window, starting at the rear
9. Remove plastic retainers up the front of the window
10. Once removed, slide the window toward the rear until it separates from its retainer

Partially Lowering Jeep Soft Top

1. Follow the steps on how to remove windows if you want them removed
2. To lower the soft top partially down (into the Sunrider position), fold both sun visors against the windshield
3. Pull the handle downward on the soft top to release the header latches from the crossbar
4. Lift the number 1 bow of the soft top on both sides
5. Move to the side of the vehicle as you lower the soft top and use the side link to fold the soft top back into the Sunrider position
6. Wrap the two hook-and-loop fastener straps around the linkage to secure it in place

Completely Lower Soft Top Jeep Wrangler

1. Follow the steps on how to remove the rear & quarter windows
2. Remove the hook-and-loop fastener straps (if your soft top was in the Sunrider position)
3. Make your way to the back of the Wrangler and find the Sunrider latch beneath the number 6 bow on the driver's side
4. Pull the latch downward and let the soft top slide toward the rear in the guide tracks until it reaches the stowed position
5. Push down lightly on the soft top on each side
6. Slide the lock levers on each side of the lift assist mechanisms into the "lock position"
7. Push down again to make sure it is secure- you may hear a click when it's locked into place
8. Wrap the two hook-and-loop fastener straps around the linage to secure the Jeep Wrangler soft top