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Convertible Top - Hydraulic Fluid Level

CATEGORY
Body

SECTION
8

PAGE
70

ISSUE
06/93-0345

CODE
812

Subject:
Checking The Hydraulic Fluid Level

Application:
900 Convertible

Supersedes SI 07/89-1156

Maintaining the correct level and type of hydraulic fluid is important for the proper operation of the Convertible Top hydraulic mechanism. Use the procedures outlined below for checking the reservoir fluid level.

Cars Affected:

900 Convertibles

Action:

1. Remove the rear seat bottom cushion. See Service Manual Section 8:5 Convertible, p. 812-5.





2. Visually inspect the hydraulic fluid level as indicated in Figure 1.

NOTE:
Overfilling the reservoir will cause damage to the hydraulic unit, requiring its replacement.

3. Use only SAE 10W engine oil for adding fluid to the system, or when changing the fluid, Service Manual Sections 0 Technical Data and 8:5 Convertible reference Hydraulic Fluid, P/N 30 18 694 which is not offered in the U.S. SAE 10W engine oil is the accepted fluid for models sold in the U.S.