Convertible top hydraulics

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Disconnect corresponding hydraulic lines (1) from:

and

IMPORTANT: Transposed lines are not permitted. Do not kink or crush lines.

NOTE: Rod heads, hose outlet and connection fasteners can be turned as desired on the cylinder and hydraulic unit!

Fully open and close convertible top approx. 10 times in order to bleed the system.

Fig 1: Identifying Convertible Top Hydraulic Components

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