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Folding Top Panel to Panel Hydraulic Cylinder - Removal






REMOVAL










1. Remove the mid panel headliner Convertible Top Headliner - Removal.
2. Support the top and release the pump pressure valve (3) by turning it two rotations counter clockwise (1).





3. Remove the front clip (1) securing the hydraulic cylinder (3) to the center mid panel latch assembly.
4. Remove the rear clip (2) that secures the cylinder to the top.

CAUTION: Be careful to catch all fluid in a catch container.

5. Disconnect the hydraulic lines from the cylinder and remove the cylinder.