Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Convertible Top Compartment Lid Hydraulic Cylinder

54 37 225 Removing And Installing/Replacing Right Convertible Top Compartment Lid Hydraulic Cylinder







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove support tube trim on left or right







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).







NOTE:
- Hydraulic system must be at zero pressure.
- Open screw on hydraulic unit 1.5 turns.







IMPORTANT: Convertible top compartment lid can tilt forwards when hydraulic cylinders are removed and must be supported with suitable apparatus.







Open tailgate.

Release screw (1).

Installation note:
Replace screw (1) and insert with Loctite.







Removing hydraulic cylinder:
- Slide retaining clip (1) upwards.
- Slide retaining clip (1) upwards.
- Feed out hydraulic cylinder.







Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Cut cable straps.

Installation note:
Replace faulty cable straps.

Feed out wiring harness.







IMPORTANT: Protect joints (lines and cylinder) against dripping fluid, e.g. with a cleaning cloth.

Cut cable straps.

Installation note:
Replace faulty cable straps.

Slide open retaining rings (1) with screwdriver.

Detach hydraulic lines (2).







Installation note:
- Carry out function test
- Check convertible top settings.
- Check fluid level.