Convertible Top Hydraulic Hose: Service and Repair

54 34 205 - Removing and installing/replacing all hydraulic lines on convertible top





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Follow repair instructions Repair Instructions for Convertible Top Hydraulic System for hydraulic system





Caution!
Hydraulic fluid may emerge from the disconnected lines and the open connections on the hydraulic cylinder.
Make sure that dirt cannot get into the hydraulic circuit.
Protect components and work area with suitable materials (e.g. cloths).

Convertible top hydraulics:





Disconnect corresponding hydraulic lines (1) from:

(3) - hydraulic unit Service and Repair and
(4) - left or right hydraulic cylinder for convertible top Service and Repair
Important!
Transposed lines are not permitted. Do not kink or crush lines.
Note:
Rod heads, hose outlet and connection fasteners can be turned as desired on the cylinder and hydraulic unit!
Fully open and close convertible top approx. 10 times in order to bleed the system.
Check oil level Topping Up/Extracting Fluid, Checking Fluid Level.