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Pressurization of Hydraulic Cylinder on Both Sides, Function|Page 19894 > < Pressurization of Hydraulic Cylinder on Both Sides, Function|Page 19892
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Convertible Top Hydraulic Cylinder: Description and Operation
Vario Roof Lock Actuation Hydraulic Cylinder

Vario Roof Lock Actuation Hydraulic Cylinder, Location/Purpose/Design/Function

Location

One cylinder each on left and right Vario roof main bearing.

Purpose

Opening and closing Vario roof with Vario  roof linkage drive.

Design

Double-acting differential cylinder (rod and piston side pressure connection).

Function

When the hydraulic cylinder is pressurized on one side, the hydraulic cylinder rod extends or retracts. Both cylinders are synchronously actuated.
When the piston rod extends, the Vario roof closes.

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