SECTION 501-18: Convertible Top
2014 Mustang Workshop Manual
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Procedure revision date: 01/07/2013

System Bleeding


Material
Item Specification
MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM (or XT-5-QMC) (US); CXT-5-LM12 (Canada) 		MERCON® V
  1. Remove the hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to Hydraulic System, Lift Cylinder and Motor in this section.

  1. NOTE: The hydraulic fluid must be checked with the hydraulic motor and pump assembly in a level horizontal position.

    NOTE: The hydraulic fluid level should be at the "+" sign that is molded into the hydraulic fluid reservoir.

    Check the hydraulic fluid level and add transmission fluid as needed.

  1. NOTE: Make sure the hydraulic pump and motor assembly is above the hydraulic lift cylinders before operating the hydraulic pump and motor assembly.

    NOTE: A squealing noise may be heard due to the air in the hydraulic system.

    With the RH and LH hydraulic lift cylinder rod ends tilted upward, connect a 12-volt source and operate the hydraulic motor until the hydraulic cylinders are fully extended and then fully retracted.
  1. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the hydraulic fluid level remains unchanged.
  1. Install the hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to Hydraulic System, Lift Cylinder and Motor in this section.