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To fit

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  1. Fit the position sensor on the cylinder.
    Fig 1: Identifying Position Sensor On Cylinder
    G05566745Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Connect the position sensor cable connector.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 2-3
    G05063635Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Put the hydraulic cylinder in mounting position. Fit the piston rod on the soft top mechanism fastening pin.
  4. Place the hydraulic cylinder position for fitting. Fit the fastening pin from the inside through the opening in the torsion box side plate. Press in the pin until the groove for locking is visible.
    Fig 3: Identifying Hydraulic Cylinder Fastening Pin
    G05063636Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Fit the locking ring.
    Fig 4: Identifying Locking Ring
    G05566748Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Fit the position sensor cable tie.
    IMPORTANT: Cables to hydraulic lines and position sensors must be refitted as they were earlier or there will be a risk of them being damaged when the soft top and soft top cover are operated.
    Fig 5: Fit Position Sensor Cable Tie
    G05063638Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the soft top support and close the soft top.
  8. Maneuver the soft top through 5 complete cycles in order to check soft top function.
  9. Fit Rear side trim, Seat cushion, rear seat and Backrest, rear seat. See SEAT CUSHION, BACKREST, CV , BACKREST, REAR SEAT, CV , REAR SIDE TRIM, CV .
  10. Connect the diagnostics tool and erase any diagnostic trouble code.