Firebird V8-350 5.7L VIN P SFI (1996)
Convertible Top Hydraulic Fluid: Technical Service Bulletins
Folding Top Hydraulic System - Adding Fluid
Bulletin No.: 00-08-67-001
File In Section: 08 - Body and Accessories
Date: January, 2000
Subject:
Folding Top Hydraulic System
Models:
1994-2OOO Chevrolet Camaro
1994-2OOO Pontiac Firebird
This bulletin provides information regarding adding fluid to the folding top hydraulic system as well as bleeding this system.
Adding Fluid to Folding Top
1.
Place the vehicle on a level surface.
2.
Lower the folding top.
3.
Remove the left side trim panel from the rear compartment.
4.
Place a shop towel around the pump/motor in order to control oil spillage.
5.
Remove the reservoir filler plug.
6.
Add DEXRON(R) III Automatic Transmission Fluid (U.S. P/N 12378470, Canadian P/N 10952622) until the level is between the upper and the
lower reservoir indicator lines.
7.
Install the reservoir filler plug.
8.
Cycle the folding top up and down several times.
9.
Inspect the fluid when the top is in the down position and add fluid if necessary.
10.
Install the left side trim panel to the rear compartment.
Folding Top (Bleeding System)
Notice:
When servicing the hydraulic system, follow these precautions:
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Leave the folding top raised but unlatched from the windshield header. This will keep the cylinder rods extended and minimize fluid leakage.
