Do you think the factory put them on this way ??? I must say putting the HT back on was a bit of a PITA to do....and of course like all things worked on in the garage, I have no help. But it's all back on now for winter warmth. However, just when all was right with the world, something in the rear lift gate latch mechanism let go...ah fawk it I'm too tired to deal with that now...it's cold beverage time.