G6 V6-3.9L (2009)
Convertible Top Hydraulic Hose: Service and Repair
Folding Top Cylinder Hose Replacement
Special Tools
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BO-47666 Hose Retainer Ring Installer
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J 35616 GM Approved Terminal Test Kit
Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Eye Protection Warning).
Warning: Refer to Folding Top Hydraulic Pressure Warning (See: Service Precautions/Folding Top Hydraulic Pressure Warning).
Warning: Refer to Servicing Electrical Components Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Servicing Electrical
Components Warning).
Caution: Refer to Cylinder Hoses Caution (See: Service Precautions/Cylinder Hoses Caution).
1. If replacing the roof side hoses, put the folding top in the service position. Refer to Folding Top Retainer Strap Installation Position (See:
Locations/Folding Top Retainer Strap Installation Position).
Note:
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Do Not reuse spring flex clip. Replace spring flex clip after disassembly.
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Before disconnecting the cylinder hoses, have the replacement cylinder ready.
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Once the cylinder hose or the port plug has been removed, Do NOT move the cylinder rod. This will cause fluid to squirt out of the ports.
2. If replacing the pump side hoses, open the rear compartment.
3. Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Battery
Cable/Service and Repair).
4. If replacing the header latch hydraulic cylinder hoses, remove the right side rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim
Replacement - Right Side (Coupe/Sedan) (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Trim Panel/Service and Repair)Rear Compartment Side Trim
Replacement - Right Side (Convertible) (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Trim Panel/Service and Repair).
5. Release the hydraulic pump bypass valve pressure (1). Refer to Folding Top Pump Bypass Valve Pressure Release Adjustment (See: Convertible
Top Pump/Adjustments).
1. Place shop towels under the hydraulic cylinder lines before disconnecting.
2. Place a protective cover over the rear compartment interior and the adjacent body panels.
Note: When replacing the roof side hoses, Do Not disconnect hoses at the pump.
6. If replacing the main side rail link cylinder hoses, remove the left side and front rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Side
