Power top problem
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Instructor
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Dallas TX
Power top problem
I've seen a few posts on problems with the power top and did a search but couldn't find anything as too what causing the the problem.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,263
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by GTO_Vette_Guy
I've seen a few posts on problems with the power top and did a search but couldn't find anything as too what causing the the problem.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 5,051
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From: Tampa Florida
Originally Posted by GTO_Vette_Guy
I've seen a few posts on problems with the power top and did a search but couldn't find anything as too what causing the the problem.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Mine seems to get stuck occasionally & I have to use the emergency release to get it to open up......
Does anyone know what causes that and what if there is a TSB? I'm going to take it to the dealer but would like to provide the TSB # if possible.
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 124
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From: Santa Cruz County California
Top Problem
Hello all, I remember mine got stuck it would not close the top and would not latch close. The Only way to close it. Was MANUAL. Problem solved when they replaced latch mechanism. Blown Fuse and relay would not allow the top to close. Hope this helps they can start there.
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From: Wilbraham Mass.
I had a problem with my top not going down but got it taken care of from a forum member. There is a sensor in the trunk right side for the trunk partition, that sensor has to be closed to have the top go down, I tape my closed, no more problems. If you do tape yours make sure your partition is up or you will ruin your top.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Malibu California
By stuck, if you mean it starts to go down and then stops? Are your windows retracting properly? I once had the top stop and had to manually lower and raise and the windows which seems to "reset" it and no trouble since.
Advanced
Joined: Mar 2006
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My power top is functioning well, and I think it is a desirable option. Initially the tonneau cover would not latch down completely after retracting the cloth top, and would need a little pressure from my elbow. Now, up and down without drama.
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Salinas Ca.
I had some problems with my auto top stopping about 1/2 way through the process. First time two (it is important to replace both) microsensors in the top's ribbing needed replacing. The second time the motor which operates the hydraulic system was replaced. The unit was leaking fluid and would become empty rather quickly. These problems sent me to the dealer about 4 times. I was getting pretty annoyed. But since then the top has worked perfectly without a problem, and this has been for about 6 months. It is a great feature now that it works well. I put the top up and down quite often so it is very convenient. For example, today I was driving on US 101 and got into a fog bank. I pulled over to the side and pushed a button. In about 20 seconds the top was up and secure and I was on my way with no fuss.
