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Hydraulic Hoses






Electric/Hydraulic Convertible Top

Hydraulic Hoses

Hydraulic system is sensitive to any ingress of dirt.

As soon as system is opened, corresponding components must be covered so that no dirt can enter hydraulic system.

Removing

- Remove left and right luggage compartment trim

- Remove side trim.

- Loosen toggle bolt - 3 - on hydraulic pump so that any present residual pressure can vent from system.





- Remove Torx bolt - 1 - (7 Nm).

- Remove hydraulic hoses - 2 - from hydraulic pump.

- Set hydraulic hoses aside and unclip from trim panel and side panel.

- Remove retaining clip - 1 - and remove hydraulic hoses from hydraulic cylinder.





- Guide hydraulic hoses through water tray.





Installing

When installing, check for damages and proper seating of O-rings on hydraulic lines.

- Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

- Hydraulic system, filling and bleeding, refer to=> [ Hydraulic System, Filling and Bleeding ] Electric/Hydraulic Convertible Top (Overviews).