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Hydraulic unit: Fitting

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  1. Check the hoses' marking, connect them to the pump and tighten the screws. For more information on hose placement, see HYDRAULIC HOSES .
    Fig 1: Identifying Various Hose Markings
    G03508710Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: The minimum bending radius for the hydraulic hose is 40 mm.
  2. Press on the cable ties.
  3. Plug in the connectors.
    4. Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 1-3
    G03508711Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Fill oil in the reservoir.

    Use oil part No. (16) 30 32 356.

    IMPORTANT: Never  use the same fluid used for Saab 900 Cabriolet -M94
  5. Run the soft top up and down 5 times and check the function. Check to make sure that there are no oil leaks.
  6. Check the oil level and top up if needed.
  7. Remove the protective paper.
  8. Lower the hydraulic unit into the torsion box and fit the bolts.
    IMPORTANT: Check that the emergency operation valve is completely closed.
  9. Fit the cover and restore the backrest to upright position.
    10. Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 8-9
    G03508712Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Run the soft top to closed position and lock it to the windscreen frame.
  11. Connect the diagnostics tool, erase any diagnostic trouble codes.
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