What kind of hydraulic fluid does a convertible use?
Convertible hydraulic fluid? This question is for the guys who own a convertible. I wanted to know what type of fluid you use for your hydraulic pump. I’m assuming hydraulic fluid.
How to flush a convertible top motor / pump?
Some fluid comes out so I left 2 shop towel paper towels underneath where the grommet goes to catch any overflow fluid. Immediately the top went up much faster than it was going and did not need my physical assistance. 6. Reinstall Grommet and Remount Motor/Pump: This was by far the most difficult step.
Is it OK to fill the pump past the reservoir point?
You are not supposed to fill past the reservoir point because when the top is down the majority of the fluid is in the cylinders & when you put the top up the fluid transfers from the cylinders to the pump. Once I did this I mocked up the pump and made it level again, but did not mount it/just left it loose.
What kind of hydraulic fluid does a Mustang use?
Click to expand… What they put in it at factory was probably hydraulic fluid that met the specs of that system. But if the motor has a sticker that says use ATF, then use ATF. You can only assume that the ATF is better then the original….think about it.
Convertible hydraulic fluid? This question is for the guys who own a convertible. I wanted to know what type of fluid you use for your hydraulic pump. I’m assuming hydraulic fluid.
How can I tell if my hydraulic pump needs to be replaced?
Replacing the relay is sometimes a quick, affordable fix. A test light or multi-meter can verify if the console switch is sending power to the relay. Verify that the pump’s hydraulic fluid is at the proper level, as indicated by the lines on the reservoir (arrows). If the fluid is low, the fill hole is on top of the hydraulic pump.
What should I put in my Vario hydraulic pump?
If it’s low, add approved hydraulic fluid (#000-989-91-03-10-M36 for a liter bottle) until the level is in the acceptable range. Greasing the hinges with spray lube and applying dressing to the weatherstripping will also help keep the Vario system in tip-top operating condition.
Where is the fill hole on a hydraulic pump?
Verify that the pump’s hydraulic fluid is at the proper level, as indicated by the lines on the reservoir (arrows). If the fluid is low, the fill hole is on top of the hydraulic pump. The plug is easier to access by removing the metal cover, which is secured by four bolts having T30 Torx heads (arrows).
How to check fluid in a convertible top?
A Click just means that power is being routed to the correct place (the motor) if the motor isn’t turning I think you may have found your problem. If you take the back seat out and you are looking at the top motor, there will be a rubber plug on the left side of the motor. Pull it see if there is fluid in there.
How does a hydraulic pump work in a convertible?
The key needs to be turned fully until the locks at both side of the seat back release. Then remove the trim, the eight bolts that hold the plate on which the pump is mounted in place, tip up the pump on the plate and hold in place with a screw driver. As can be seen, my fluid was way down. There are high and low level marks on the reservoir.
The key needs to be turned fully until the locks at both side of the seat back release. Then remove the trim, the eight bolts that hold the plate on which the pump is mounted in place, tip up the pump on the plate and hold in place with a screw driver. As can be seen, my fluid was way down. There are high and low level marks on the reservoir.
Click to expand… What they put in it at factory was probably hydraulic fluid that met the specs of that system. But if the motor has a sticker that says use ATF, then use ATF. You can only assume that the ATF is better then the original….think about it.
Do you need to top up hydraulic fluid?
If your pads are well worn, and you top up the fluid, you need to be careful that the reservoir does not overflow when you push the pistons back to replace the pads. Help support SaabTechTalk by making a Lump Sum donation or by opening a subscription. Options available are in your Profile/Actions.