Special tools Required

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00 2 030 UNIVERSAL HYDRO-LIFTER BASIC UNIT (128i) and/or 00 2 030 UNIVERSAL HYDRO-LIFTER BASIC UNIT (135i)
54 3 300
54 3 310
54 3 320
54 3 330

For setting down, the convertible top rest must be combined with individual accessories specifically suitable for the E88.

IMPORTANT:

Use special tools only in conjunction with universal lifter 00 2 030.

There is a risk of tilting over if other lifting equipment is used.

Pay attention to cables and hydraulic lines when fitting convertible top.

Cables/wires must not be kinked or crushed.

Always execute convertible top movements with a 2nd person helping (risk of damage).

Make sure force is always exerted uniformly to the convertible top sides otherwise the frame will be bent.

Convertible top rest:

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool Convertible Top Rest E88

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54 3 300 Support tube
54 3 310 Hydraulic rest
54 3 320 Adapter for convertible top mount, left and right
54 3 330 Convertible top mount, left and right

Place convertible top over bolts.

Secure main bearing of convertible top on convertible top mounts with screws.

IMPORTANT:

Convertible top tilts when closing without locking out of convertible top mount.

Set hydraulic control unit down sideways on rest.