Convertible problem
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Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Scarsdale NY
There is a manual release mechanism attached to the actuator on both sides of the top cover. I would release the passenger side in this manner, and then look to see if anything is binding or if the cable snapped on the passenger side.
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: White Oak PA
I agree
The cable on the passenger side may be stuck or disconnected. The actuator pulls on both the driver and passenger side of the top cover via cables to release the convertible lid. (Resembles a T connection). On the passenger side it may need lubricated or even reconnected as some possibilities. If you need further assistance, contact me and I can send you a video of my convertible top mechanism in operation to use as a guide.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Metairie Louisiana
I had the cables break a couple of times. The replacement cables are available, no big deal to fix.
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Instructor
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Sheboygan WI
Hello, thanks for the help, I may need to see a picture
or video of where this release is. I know there is a release under there for the two pins/holes in the cover.
But not sure about the actual cover...the electric switch you push activates a solenoid to release the lock on each side. I have looked in the owners manual but have not seen a manual release to open the cover up. Any help greatly appreciated...there is not much room to look under there to find anything, and I don't want to wreck anything else.
Dan
or video of where this release is. I know there is a release under there for the two pins/holes in the cover.
But not sure about the actual cover...the electric switch you push activates a solenoid to release the lock on each side. I have looked in the owners manual but have not seen a manual release to open the cover up. Any help greatly appreciated...there is not much room to look under there to find anything, and I don't want to wreck anything else.
Dan
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Instructor
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Sheboygan WI
Got it. Had to jimmy the latch open w/2 screwdrivers to release the
pass. side. Found the cable emergency release assembly fell apart off of a
small shaft, along with the nylon washer and palnut, it was just laying there. It all has to be together to work, reassembled and all is well. The release cable now works well as do the electric switches. (there are 4 of them)!
pass. side. Found the cable emergency release assembly fell apart off of a
small shaft, along with the nylon washer and palnut, it was just laying there. It all has to be together to work, reassembled and all is well. The release cable now works well as do the electric switches. (there are 4 of them)!
Last edited by triplblk91conv; Jul 26, 2011 at 09:47 PM.
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