Problem lowering the convertible top
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Intermediate
Joined: Oct 2002
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From: Louisville KY
Problem lowering the convertible top
I just bought a 96 LT1 convertible and have had the top down once. Today is beautiful and I want to put the top down butthe release handle is not working. Not the button to release the rear deck, the handle that releases the rear of the top.
Anyone have any tips?? :cry
Anyone have any tips?? :cry
Racer
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From: Livonia MI
Re: Problem lowering the convertible top (mdluk1)
If you feel no pressure when you pull the handle, you may have a broken cable. If you feel too much pressure, try pushing down on the top as if you were closing the back. That may ease the pressure on the latches and allow you to pull the handle.
Mike
Mike
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From: Mountain Home AR
Re: Problem lowering the convertible top (mdluk1)
Sounds like good advice. I have never had a problem like that with mine. However, now and then the deck lid sticks in the opposite side of the release button. I have to walk over and reach under and flip the little yellow latch to release it. It doesn't do it all the time .
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From: Louisville KY
Re: Problem lowering the convertible top (mdluk1)
DUH!!! It also helps to pull the CORRECT lever!
Thanks everyone! I took it back where I bought it and they showed me how. (Had to wear a bag over my head to cover my embarrassment)
It is a beautiful day here in KY and the ride home was fantastic!
Thanks again for not laughing at a newbie! :flag
Thanks everyone! I took it back where I bought it and they showed me how. (Had to wear a bag over my head to cover my embarrassment)
It is a beautiful day here in KY and the ride home was fantastic!
Thanks again for not laughing at a newbie! :flag
Instructor
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From: wilmington de
Re: Problem lowering the convertible top (stillthere)
If it makes you feel any better I was messing with mine for a good 10-15 minutes before I figured it out. I was too stubborn to ask for help. You can't beat a convertible on a nice day.
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Re: Problem lowering the convertible top (mdluk1)
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
oops.. sorry... couldnt help but to laugh.
Glad you got it figured out.
If it were me. I probably woulda broken something in a moment of frustration!
Then the laugh would be on me :jester
oops.. sorry... couldnt help but to laugh.
Glad you got it figured out.
If it were me. I probably woulda broken something in a moment of frustration!
Then the laugh would be on me :jester
