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having trouble putting 355 spyder top down

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by jorhalle, Jul 20, 2007.

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  1. jorhalle

    jorhalle Karting

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    i have a 1997 355 spider, and i am having trouble putting the top down. i am doing all the necessary steps that is required, and the top goes 3/4 down but fails to go all the way. any suggestions.
     
  2. f355spider

    f355spider F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Immediately check your fluid level, before anything else. To continue to operate it in this condition could damage the hydraulic rams.

    Here is the procedure:

    http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showpost.php?p=136278178&postcount=25

    While I doubt the hydraulics are that particular on the type of oil you use; i would recommend something a bit higher quality than a $4 bottle of jack oil. Most Ferrari dealers recommend using Mercedes hydraulic top fluid (ZH-M). Which, I believe is just relabeled Pentosin hydraulic fluid. I am using Pentosin CHF-11S.
     

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