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

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IMPORTANT: Hydraulic fluid may emerge from the disconnected lines and the open connections on the hydraulic cylinder.
Protect components and work area with suitable materials (e.g. absorbent protective cover).
Have cleaning cloths ready to wipe away escaping oil.

Follow repair instructions for hydraulic system. See 54 34... Repair Instructions For Hydraulic System Of Convertible Top And Convertible Top Compartment Lid .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove convertible top . See 54 34 101 Removing and installing complete convertible top .
Detach lines from hydraulic unit. See 54 34 012 Removing And Installing/Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder For Convertible Top .

Detaching lines from hydraulic cylinder:

Connection, top

Left line 12, right line 14
Detach clip
Pull line carefully out of cylinder

Connection, bottom

Left line 11, right line 13
Release screw (1).
Replace tab washer (2).
Pull line (3) carefully out of cylinder.

If necessary, cut cable tie (4).

Disconnect hydraulic lines for right and left sides (insulating tape).

Fig 1: Detaching Lines From Hydraulic Cylinder

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Installation:

Line 12 or 14 at upper connection (clip).

Line 11 or 13 at lower connection (plate).

Pay attention to routing of lines:

Left (A):
Secure opposite each other with 2 cable ties (K)
Right (B):
First secure opposite each other with 2 cable ties (K), then feed upper line with a loop (x = 100 cm) upwards again.

Fig 2: Identifying Connection Of Hydraulic Line
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Installation:

Make sure lines are completely inserted into cylinder. The edge of the line bead (1) must be below the cylinder edge (2).

Make sure the clip (3) or the plate (4) is correctly seated on the connections.

Fig 3: Making Sure Clip Or Plate Is Correctly Seated On Connection

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For Right Hydraulic Lines Only:

Release screws in area (1) on sealing frame.

Feed lines out of cable holder.

Fig 4: Releasing Screws In Area On Sealing Frame

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