FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal







REMOVAL

LEFT SIDE HYDRAULIC LINES





NOTE: The hydraulic system uses ARAL VITAMOL ZH-M fluid. When replacing components or topping off system due to leak, make sure to use only approved fluid. When adding fluid Convertible Top - Standard Procedure.

1. Open decklid,
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable.
3. Remove the rear trunk trim.
4. Remove the trunk side trim.
5. Remove the spare tire cover/floor of the trunk.
6. Release the pump pressure valve (1) by turning it 90° either way.

NOTE: The pump valve will be oriented straight up and down when released.





7. At the hydraulic cylinder, slide the retaining clamp off and pull out line.




8. Remove the bolts to the line retaining plate.
9. Separate the line from the retaining plate at the pump.
10. Un-clip (1) the line from the trunk area and remove from vehicle.

RIGHT SIDE HYDRAULIC LINES





NOTE: The hydraulic system uses ARAL VITAMOL ZH-M fluid. When replacing components or topping off system due to leak, make sure to use only approved fluid. When adding fluid Convertible Top - Standard Procedure.

1. Open decklid,
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable.
3. Remove the rear trunk trim.
4. Remove the trunk side trim.
5. Remove the spare tire cover/floor of the trunk.
6. Release the pump pressure valve (1) by turning it 90° either way.

NOTE: The pump valve will be oriented straight up and down when released.





7. At the hydraulic cylinder, slide the retaining clamp off and pull out line.




8. Remove the bolts to the line retaining plate.
9. Separate the line from the retaining plate at the pump.
10. Un-clip (1) the line from the trunk area and remove from vehicle.