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Old Aug 18, 2014 | 10:47 AM
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What are the 2 small straps that are above the back window on a C5 vert?
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Old Aug 18, 2014 | 11:19 AM
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What are the 2 small straps that are above the back window on a C5 vert?
I didn't know they were there. I will go look.
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The velcro straps? I think they secure the defrost wires to the tops frame.
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Are you talking about the elastic straps about 18 inches apart?
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Originally Posted by vet4me
Yes
Just guessing, but it looks like they help guide the glass into the right position when putting the top up or down.

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