Removal - Top Latch Hydraulic Cylinder

Removal
1. Remove convertible top latch assembly for access. Refer to Convertible Top Latch. Service and Repair
2. Sever and remove tie straps securing hydraulic hoses to latch assembly.
3. Identify and mark position of hydraulic hoses relative to hydraulic cylinder.
4. To protect the vehicle interior from any fluid spillage, position a plastic sheet immediately below the hydraulic cylinder.







5. Disconnect hydraulic hoses from hydraulic cylinder, remove and discard 'O' ring seals from hose connectors and fit blanking plugs to hydraulic cylinder and hoses.
6. Place latch assembly on a clean work surface.







7. Remove spring clip from hydraulic cylinder clevis pin and withdraw pin.







8. Pull retaining lever away from latch hydraulic cylinder.







9. Lift hydraulic cylinder to vertical position and separate from latch assembly.