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BO-47666 Hose Retainer Ring Installer

Replacement Procedure

    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.


    Object Number: 1294372  Size: SH
  1. Place the folding top in the up position.
  2. Open the rear compartment.
  3. Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

  4. Object Number: 1274144  Size: SH
  5. Lower the rear compartment partition (1).
  6. Place a protective cover over the rear compartment interior and the adjacent body panels.
  7. Remove the side compartment trim cover. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side or to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End.
  8. Locate the hydraulic pump beneath the carpet in the storage compartment on the driver side of the rear compartment.

  9. Object Number: 1274131  Size: SH
  10. Turn the hydraulic pump bypass valve (1) counterclockwise until the valve stops.
  11. Support the rear compartment lid.

  12. Object Number: 1250801  Size: SH
  13. Remove the 3 electrical connectors (1) from the hydraulic pump bracket (2).

  14. Object Number: 1250802  Size: SH
  15. Remove the 2 electrical connectors (1) from the hydraulic pump bracket (2).

  16. Object Number: 1250803  Size: SH
  17. Disconnect the 3 electrical connectors (1) from the folding top control module.

  18. Object Number: 1250804  Size: SH
  19. Remove the bolts (1) from the hydraulic pump bracket.
  20. Lift the pump up and out of the storage compartment and set the pump on the protective covering.
  21. Important: If you are replacing hose sets for more than one cylinder, complete the procedure for one cylinder before you begin with another.

  22. Remove the hydraulic cylinder from the mounting location. Do NOT remove the hoses from the cylinder at this time. Refer to the following procedures:
  23. •  Folding Top Header Latch Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement
    •  Folding Top Storage Compartment Closeout Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Front
    •  Folding Top Cylinder Replacement
    •  Folding Top Storage Compartment Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Rear
    •  Folding Top Compartment Lid Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Rear

    Object Number: 1247299  Size: SH
  24. Remove the reservoir filler plug (1).

  25. Object Number: 1245158  Size: SH
  26. Remove the bolts (1) from the pump manifold plate.

  27. Object Number: 1357374  Size: SH
  28. Disengage the 4 large cylinder hoses (41,42,43,44) by pulling straight up on the hoses.

  29. Object Number: 1245174  Size: SH
  30. Carefully lift up on the manifold plate (1).
  31. Locate the pair of cylinder hoses that need replacement. Refer to Folding Top Hydraulic Cylinder Hose Identification .
  32. Important: Remove the 2 hose connections one at a time. Repeat the following procedure for the second hose.

  33. For each set of hoses being replaced, remove one hose by pulling straight up from the pump. Use a clean shop towel to control any hydraulic fluid leakage.
  34. Push the hose back through the manifold plate.

  35. Object Number: 1245192  Size: SH
  36. Remove the hose retaining ring (1).

  37. Object Number: 1245194  Size: SH
  38. Remove the hose (1) from the manifold plate (2).

  39. Object Number: 1245235  Size: SH
  40. Push the manifold end of the new hose (1) through the manifold plate (2).

  41. Object Number: 1245195  Size: SH
  42. Using the BO-47666 , install a new hose-retaining ring onto the hoses.
  43. Push the assembly cone (2) over the end of the hose (1) until the cone is fully seated.

  44. Object Number: 1245198  Size: SH
  45. Install the retaining ring (2) onto the assembly cone (1).

  46. Object Number: 1245200  Size: SH
  47. Using the BO-47666  (2), push the retaining ring (1) into place.

  48. Object Number: 1245260  Size: SH
  49. Remove the assembly cone (1).
  50. Repeat the replacement procedure for the second hose.

  51. Object Number: 1357372  Size: SH
  52. Install a new O-ring (1) on each cylinder hose that you removed from the pump manifold.

  53. Object Number: 1245247  Size: SH
  54. Align the manifold plate bolt holes to the holes on the pump. This will ensure that the cylinder hoses are placed in the correct port.
  55. Align the cylinder hoses into each port and push down until the hoses are seated properly in the hydraulic pump manifold.

  56. Object Number: 1245158  Size: SH
  57. Install the manifold plate bolts (1). Do NOT tighten.
  58. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1245241  Size: SH
  59. Push down on the manifold plate (1) and verify that all of the cylinder hoses are seated properly.
  60. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    Important: Improper hose routing can lead to hose failure as a result of rubbing or pinching.

  61. Route the new hose set to the cylinder in the same way as the set being replaced.
  62. Important: Remove only one fastener at a time so that the amount of slack between fasteners can be exactly duplicated between the hose sets.

  63. Depending on the hose set, you may have to remove and replace the following components:
  64. • The tie wraps
    • The P-clips
    • The wire loom
    • The conduit

    Object Number: 1226132  Size: SH

    Important: Remove the 2 hose connections one at a time. You will repeat this entire procedure for the second hose later. Refer to Folding Top Hydraulic Cylinder Hose Identification .

  65. Use a small flat-bladed tool to release the retainer clip (1) from one of the cylinder hoses.

  66. Object Number: 1226135  Size: SH
  67. Remove the retainer clip (1).

  68. Object Number: 1226139  Size: SH

    Important: After you have removed the cylinder hose, do NOT move the cylinder rod. This will cause fluid to squirt out of the ports.

  69. Remove the cylinder hose (1). Use a clean shop towel to control any hydraulic fluid leakage.

  70. Object Number: 1226143  Size: SH
  71. Remove the cylinder hose O-ring (1) from the cylinder.

  72. Object Number: 1226145  Size: SH
  73. Install a new O-ring (1) onto the cylinder hose (2).
  74. Install the hose into the cylinder port (3). Press straight down on the hose until the hose is fully seated in the cylinder.

  75. Object Number: 1226152  Size: SH
  76. Install a new cylinder hose retainer clip (1). Inspect the retainer clip to ensure that the clip is fully seated around the hose (2).
  77. Repeat the replacement procedure for the second hose.
  78. Install the appropriate hydraulic cylinder to the mounting location. Refer to the following procedures:
  79. •  Folding Top Header Latch Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement
    •  Folding Top Storage Compartment Closeout Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Front
    •  Folding Top Cylinder Replacement
    •  Folding Top Storage Compartment Panel Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Rear
    •  Folding Top Compartment Lid Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement - Rear

    Object Number: 1247299  Size: SH
  80. Install the reservoir filler plug (1).

  81. Object Number: 1250804  Size: SH
  82. Position the hydraulic pump to the correct mounting location.
  83. Apply LOCTITEâ„¢ Blue, GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the bracket bolts (1).
  84. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1250803  Size: SH
  85. Connect the 3 electrical connectors (1) to the folding top control module.

  86. Object Number: 1250802  Size: SH
  87. Install the 2 electrical connectors (1) to the hydraulic pump bracket (2).

  88. Object Number: 1250801  Size: SH
  89. Install the 3 electrical connectors (1) to the hydraulic pump bracket (2).
  90. Install the side compartment trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side or to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End.
  91. Remove the protective covering.

  92. Object Number: 1274131  Size: SH
  93. Turn the pump bypass valve (1) clockwise until the valve stops.

  94. Object Number: 1274144  Size: SH
  95. Raise the rear compartment partition (1).
  96. Connect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  97. Remove the rear compartment lid support.
  98. Close the rear compartment.
  99. Bleed the hydraulic system. Refer to Folding Top Hydraulic System Bleeding Procedure .
  100. Inspect the hydraulic system for fluid leaks.
  101. Inspect the hydraulic system fluid level and add fluid as needed. Refer to Folding Top Fluid Addition
  102. Inspect the folding top for proper operation. Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation .