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Repairing convertible-top lock

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Fig 1: Identifying Convertible-Top Lock
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CONVERTIBLE-TOP LOCK REPAIRING PROCEDURE AND INSTRUCTIONS

No. Procedure Instructions
  Opening hydraulic valve of the hydraulic pump See Filling the hydraulic system .
1 Removing lid from convertible-top lock Insert Allen key (tool kit) -1-inset A-2-  . See Fig 1.
2 Disengaging the lock With the Allen key, press the pawl -inset B-  . See Fig 1.
3 Moving locking hook to end position Insert the Allen key -1-3-4-inset C-5-  . See Fig 1.
4 Releasing convertible-top lock Unscrew fastening screw -6-7-8-  . See Fig 1.
5 Moving locking hook to end position Insert the Allen key -1-  . See Fig 1.
6 Aligning gear wheel markings to one another Leave Allen key inserted with the driving plate and gear wheel engaged. Supply power to the electric motor via the 2-pole plug -8-9-10-  . See Fig 1.
7 Engaging driving plate Remove Allen key, turn the driving plate -4-  . See Fig 1.
8 Extending locking hook Using a separate power source, e.g. 9-volt block battery -9-8-  . See Fig 1.
9 Installing convertible-top lock Join electrical plug connection -8-7-6-  . See Fig 1.