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HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

The power convertible top hydraulic system consists of;

²Two hydraulic cylinders

²Hydraulic lines

²Electric hydraulic pump and reservoir

²Dual relays

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM TESTS

The convertible top will raise slowly or make abnormal noise if the hydraulic fluid level is low.

(1)Remove sling well and floor cover.

(2)With the top up and latched, remove the reservoir fill plug.

(3)Visually inspect fluid level. If low, inspect for leak in hydraulic system.

(4)Repair or replace components, as necessary.

(5)Fill reservoir with Dexront II, Type A, automatic transmission fluid to the bottom of the fill hole.

(6)Replace fill plug and lower top.

(7)Raise top and verify fluid level.

(8)Install sling well and floor cover.

HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY

HYDRAULIC PUMP REMOVAL (FIG. 5)

(1)Disconnect battery negative cable.

(2)Remove sling well and floor cover from behind rear seat.

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(3)Disconnect pump wire connector and ground connection.

(4)Disconnect hydraulic lines from pump.

(5)Remove motor pump assembly from vehicle. The rubber mounts are pressed and locked into the mounting bracket. Pull up motor assembly to remove.

HYDRAULIC PUMP INSTALLATION

Reverse the preceding operation

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REMOVAL

(1)Disconnect battery negative cable.

(2)Remove interior trim as necessary to gain access to hydraulic cylinders.

(3)Remove cylinder mounting bracket and nut.

(4)Remove pivot bolt holding cylinder shaft to top linkage.

(5)Disconnect hydraulic lines from the cylinder.

(6)Remove cylinder from vehicle.

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER INSTALLATION

Reverse the preceding operation, and verify each hydraulic seal is in place when connecting the line to the cylinder. Replace seal if damaged.

HYDRAULIC PUMP LINE SEALS

HYDRAULIC PUMP LINE SEALS REMOVAL

(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.

Fig. 5 Hydraulic System