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Convertible Top

Fig 1: Folding Top Hydraulic
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NOTE: The hydraulic system uses ARAL VITAMOL ZH-M fluid. When replacing components or topping off system due to leak, make sure to use only approved fluid. When adding fluid. See Body/Convertible Top - Standard Procedure .
  1. Retract the top completely into the trunk.
  2. Remove the quarter trim panel. See Body/Interior/PANEL, Quarter Trim - Removal .
  3. Place the decklid in the reverse position.
    Fig 2: Folding Top Stack Cylinder Position Switch
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  4. Remove the clip retainer (2) from the cylinder (4) end attachment.
  5. Remove the clip retainer from the rod end attachment.
    Fig 3: Hydraulic Cylinder Hall Effect Switch
    GC0122853Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  6. At the hydraulic cylinder (3), slide the retaining clamp (2) off and pull out line (1).
  7. Remove the hall effect on the left cylinder. Refer to Electrical - Power Systems/Power Top/SWITCH, Power Top - Removal .
  8. Separate the cylinder from vehicle.