Installing Microswitches On Convertible-Top Compartment Lid Cylinders

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Fit microswitch at the correct position on the hydraulic cylinder -2- .

Fig 1: Installing Microswitches
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Press retaining clips -1- onto the microswitches -A- until the clips engage securely.
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Check that the water drip pan is seated correctly close to the rear water drain.
Position hydraulic cylinder -2- on the ball joints on the convertible-top compartment lid.

Fig 2: Identifying Hydraulic Cylinder
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Press safety clips -1- onto the hydraulic cylinder -2- until the clips engage securely.
Position wire harness -1- and hydraulic lines in the convertible top compartment.

Fig 3: Identifying Wire Harness Electric Plug Connection
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Secure wire harness -1- with a tie-wrap -2- .
Connect electric plug connection -3- until the connector engages securely.