Caution: Refer to Eye Protection Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Folding Top Hydraulic Pressure Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Servicing Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.

Notice: Refer to Cylinder Hoses Notice in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Open the rear compartment lid.
2. Release the hydraulic pump pressure. Refer to Folding Top Pump Bypass Valve Pressure Release Adjustment .
3. Remove the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement .

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Retractable Roof Stowage Compartment Lid Cylinder Rear Retainer Pin Clip

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Retractable Roof Stowage Compartment Lid Cylinder Rear Latch

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Retractable Roof Stowage Compartment Lid Cylinder Rear Retainer Pin

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Retractable Roof Stowage Compartment Lid Cylinder Rear

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Retractable Roof Stowage Compartment Lid Cylinder Rear Lines

Procedure

1. Use a small flat-bladed tool to lift the retainer spring flex clip.
2. Do not reuse spring flex clip. Replace spring flex clip after disassembly.
3. Before disconnecting the cylinder hoses, have the replacement cylinder ready.
4. Once the cylinder hose or the port plug has been removed, do NOT move the cylinder rod. This will cause fluid to squirt out of the ports.
5. Install a new O-ring onto the cylinder hose.
6. Install the hose into the cylinder port. Press down on the hose until the hose is fully seated in the cylinder.
7. Install a new cylinder hose retainer clip. Inspect the retainer clip to ensure that the clip is fully seated around the hose.
8. After repairs, tighten the hydraulic pump bypass valve. Refer to Folding Top Pump Bypass Valve Pressure Release Adjustment .
9. Inspect the fluid level and add fluid as needed. Refer to Folding Top Fluid Addition .
10. Inspect the folding top for proper operation.