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Alfa Romeo GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual (1995-2000)15 · 70 Bodywork
15 · Body & interior

5th arc hydraulic cylinder (page 2 of 2)

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV / Spider GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Automatically-operated hood
70 Bodywork5th arc hydraulic cylinder · page 2 of 2
  1. Remove the upper retainer clamp
  2. Release the head of the stem from the ball pin.
  3. Remove the lower retainer clamp.
  4. Release the lower retainer pin.
Diagram showing components 1, 2, 3, and 4 in a mechanical assembly.

– Move the cylinder.

  1. Only for the left-hand cylinder: Prise off the upper cap, slacken the screws and disconnect the electrical cables.

In the event of changing the cylinder, push the stem in to the same point of extension as the spare, which is supplied already filled with oil.

  1. Slacken the hydraulic fittings and retrieve the cylinder.

To prevent even the slightest loss of oil, keep the disconnected pipes directed upwards and connect the new cylinder immediately.

Connect the fittings of the new cylinder without changing the extension of the stem.

Diagram showing a stem with components 1 and 2.

In the event of changing the cylinder, move the stem completely inwards because the spare is supplied already filled with oil in this position

Diagram showing a stem with an arrow indicating extension.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV / Spider

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