Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Hydraulic Cylinder for Convertible Top

54 34 016 - Removing and installing/replacing left or right hydraulic cylinder for convertible top





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove EH convertible top 54 34 101 Removing and Installing Complete EH Convertible Top
- Position EH convertible top 54 31 ... Notes on convertible top on special tool and close

Note:
The hydraulic cylinder is only accessible when the convertible top is removed and closed.





If necessary, cut cable straps.

Installation:
Replace cable straps.





Remove circlip.
Drive bearing pin through.





Slide hydraulic cylinder (1) forwards in direction (2) and feed out in direction (3).





Replacing hydraulic cylinder:

Important!
Hydraulic fluid may emerge from the disconnected lines and the open connections on the hydraulic cylinder.
Protect components and work area with suitable materials (e.g. cloths).

Remove retaining bracket (1).

Disconnect hydraulic line (2).





Release screw (1).
Push retaining plate (2) up.
Disconnect hydraulic line (3).