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Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Hydraulic Cylinder from Roof Shell, Middle





54 37 195 Removing And Installing/Replacing Right Hydraulic Cylinder From Roof Shell, Middle







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove roof lining
- Have roof module supported partially by helpers







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.







Lever out clips (1).







Drive out bearing pins (1 and 2).

Installation note:
Bearing pin (1) is shorter than bearing pin (2).

Remove hydraulic cylinder.







Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

NOTE:
- Plug connection on right roof shell cylinder can be incorrectly positioned.
- The plug connection must be repositioned if it does not point to the outside of the vehicle.







Disconnecting hydraulic lines from cylinder:
Disconnect cable straps.

Installation note:
Replace cable straps.

Slide open retaining rings (1) with screwdriver.

Detach hydraulic lines (2).

IMPORTANT:
- Protect joints (lines and cylinder) against dripping fluid, e.g. with a cleaning cloth.
- Observe hose markings.
- Make sure airbag hydraulic lines and wiring harness are exactly routed.







NOTE:
- Carry out function test
- Check fluid level.