Common questions

Why is my convertible top stuck between up and down?

Why is my convertible top stuck between up and down?

On a 2012 Limited convertible, top stuck between up and down. Error message says “convertible top not secured”. Switch is dead any suggestions. Cargo shield is up and locked. Check your manual and see how you can manually move it.

What causes a Porsche 987 convertible top to malfunction?

The Porsche 987 has a convertible top and like with every mechanical component of a car, frequent use exposes the part to stress and strain, which could cause it to malfunction or become less efficient after a while.

Can a convertible top be raised or lowered?

Unbelievable there is no contingent plan for the raising & lowering of a convertible top and they stop making switch that obviously may be in greater need later than sooner in this vehicle’s lifetime. Idea: if parts are on the “endangered” list, please let people know…Had I known, I would’ve purchased one on spec, just in case.

How does a convertible top work on a Boxster?

The convertible top is designed in such a way that the tucking and folding of the roof are driven by a gear mechanism enabled by a motor system connected to two cables to raise the convertible top.

On a 2012 Limited convertible, top stuck between up and down. Error message says “convertible top not secured”. Switch is dead any suggestions. Cargo shield is up and locked. Check your manual and see how you can manually move it.

Unbelievable there is no contingent plan for the raising & lowering of a convertible top and they stop making switch that obviously may be in greater need later than sooner in this vehicle’s lifetime. Idea: if parts are on the “endangered” list, please let people know…Had I known, I would’ve purchased one on spec, just in case.

What causes a Mercedes convertible top to leak?

The majority of Mercedes convertible problems are caused by a bad relay, weak lift cylinder or lift cylinder leaking by the o-ring. If you find out that the convertible top reservoir is low in fluid that means that you have a leak most likely at one of the convertible lift cylinders.

How to troubleshoot a Mercedes Benz convertible problem?

You can also bridge the top relay for a couple of seconds to see if the hydraulic pump start to run. Replace the convertible top relay if necessary, PN 0025421319. Next, check the micro switch where the divider locks. You know that trunk separator that you are supposed to pull out and engage it in this hook?

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