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Bleeding The Hydraulic System

NOTE: Non-synchronous running when bleeding the hydraulic system
  • Risk of damage to the hood frame

→ Remove the hydraulic cylinders for the hood support and drive levers on both sides.

  1. Bleed the hydraulic system.
    1. 1.1. Switch on ignition.
    2. 1.2. Open and close the hood electrically 2 to 3 times.

      The system has a self-bleeding feature. Several operations will bleed the system. After bleeding the system, check the hydraulic oil level in the hydraulic pump reservoir and correct it if necessary.

    3. 1.3. Move hood to service position.
    4. 1.4. Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.