54 31 ... Notes on convertible top

54 31 ... - Notes on convertible top





Special tools required:
- 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit
- 54 3 140 54 3 140 Convertible Top Support Rest (Set)
- 54 3 201 54 3 200 Convertible Top Take-Up Fixture





Warning!
You are exposed to the risk of trapping body parts when working on the installed or removed convertible top.





Necessary tasks:

- Convertible top actuation in event of a technical fault
- Repair instructions for hydraulic system
- Troubleshooting Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures automatic convertible top





Function description (open/close):

Opening and closing of convertible top is only possible:

- when the side windows are slightly lowered
- when the rear window is completely lowered
- when the convertible top compartment base is lowered
- speed must be under 30 km/h
- rear lid must be closed
- outside temperature is between -10 °C and +80 °C
- Hydraulic pump motor ≤90 °C
- from ignition lock position "R" (radio setting)
- while control switch in instrument panel is pressed





Positioning removed convertible top:

Mount convertible top holders 54 3 140 54 3 140 Convertible Top Support Rest (Set) on support tube 54 3 201 54 3 200 Convertible Top Take-Up Fixture and fit on universal lifter 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit.

Important!
Use special tools only in conjunction with universal lifter 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit.

There is a risk of tilting over if other lifting equipment is used.





Important!
Pay attention to cables and hydraulic lines when fitting convertible top.

Cables/lines must not be trapped.

Place convertible top over threaded bolts.
Secure convertible top with original nuts.

Suspend kinematics box at side from special tool 54 3 140 54 3 140 Convertible Top Support Rest (Set).





Important!
Always move the convertible with a 2nd person helping (risk of damage).

Make sure force is always exerted uniformly to the convertible top sides otherwise the frame will be bent.

Raise convertible top at main pillars and close.