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Apr 21, 2005 | 12:15 PM

Graphik

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Ok, I just bought a new pump for my 1988 GT Mustang Convertible and I have no idea how to fill the pump with fluid. I brought it to the dealer and they didn't know how to do it either. If anyone at all can tell me how to do this, you would be a life saver. Thanks in advance!

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Apr 21, 2005 | 12:16 PM

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I forgot to mention that this is a Pump for the Convertible top hydrolics

Apr 21, 2005 | 01:10 PM

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The rubber plug on the housing needs to be removed, and add automatic tranmission fluid thru that hole. Replace plug, and cycle top up & down. Repeat as necessary until all the air is out of the system and the reservoir is full - usually takes 4 or 5 cycles.

I've found it's easier to remove the back seat for pump access... You CAN crawl thru the trunk, but that isn't much fun... :nono:

Apr 21, 2005 | 01:41 PM

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Originally posted by GT350Clone@April 21, 2005, 1:13 PM
The rubber plug on the housing needs to be removed, and add automatic tranmission fluid thru that hole. Replace plug, and cycle top up & down. Repeat as necessary until all the air is out of the system and the reservoir is full - usually takes 4 or 5 cycles.

I've found it's easier to remove the back seat for pump access... You CAN crawl thru the trunk, but that isn't much fun... :nono:

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