Convertible Top Strut: Service and Repair

54 34 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Gas Pressurised Prop On Left Or Right Main Mount

Special tools required:







Open soft top compartment lid.

IMPORTANT: Soft top compartment lid may tilt forwards and must be supported with suitable apparatus.







Make a written record of the alignment of gas pressure spring (1) before removing.
Slide retaining spring (2) to end of gas pressurised prop (1) and lever gas pressurised prop (1).
Repeat procedure at other end of gas strut (1).

Installation:
Check that retaining spring is fitted correctly and replace if necessary.







Place special tool 54 0 210 on both ends of gas pressurised prop (1) and lightly tighten screw (2).
Remove gas pressurised prop from the ball heads.
Mark length of tensioned gas pressurised prop with felt pen on special tool 54 0 210.
The tension in the gas pressurised prop can be completely relieved by releasing screw (2).
Repeat procedure on right-hand side of car.

Installation:
Always replace gas pressurised props in pairs.
Tension gas pressurised prop up to marking and install.