System Bleeding - Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual

SECTION 501-18: Convertible Top
GENERAL PROCEDURES

System Bleeding

1. If required, remove the hydraulic system from the vehicle. Refer to
Cylinder and Motor
2. Remove the fill plug at the end of the hydraulic pump.
3. Fill the pump with Mercon® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or
equivalent to the bottom of the fill hole and install the fill plug.
4. NOTE: Some noise squeal may be noticed due to the air in the system.
Connect a 12-volt power source to the motor connector and operate the motor until the
cylinders are fully extended. Reverse the 12-volt connection to fully retract the cylinders. Repeat
this procedure three times.
5. Remove the fill plug and check the fluid level. Fill the pump with MERCON® Multi-Purpose
Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent to the bottom of the fill hole.
in this section.
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
Hydraulic System, Lift