How can I tell if my convertible top is leaking?
You can visually inspect all the cylinders for leaks by manually opening and closing the convertible. At first, the leaks will be minor, but they will worsen over time, and you will eventually see leaks on the trunk floor or a stained convertible top.
How to fix a leak in a Mercedes convertible?
Leak at the o-ring at any of the lift cylinders. Inspect in the trunk area for hydraulic fluid leak. Low fluid in the convertible top reservoir. Start by pressing the convertible switch. Do the windows go down? If the windows don’t go down, make sure the trunk compartment divider is pulled out. Next, check the fuse for the convertible top.
Why is my convertible top not working properly?
Check cylinders for fluid leaks. Another common reason why convertible tops fail to operate is due to leaks at convertible lift cylinders. The hydraulic cylinders move the hardtop or soft-top up and down. They have seals and o-rings that shrink and crack due to age.
Where does the fluid go on a convertible top?
In a correctly operating system both cylinders will be full at all times whether the top is up or down or halfway. There are two hoses on each cylinder (one at the top and one at the bottom) When you lower the top the pump shifts the fluid from bottom of the cylinders to the tops of the cylinders.
What causes hydraulic fluid leak in Mercedes convertible?
This can be caused by low fluid level or air in the hydraulic lines. It can be caused by binding of mechanical arms. Weak convertible top lift cylinder. Weak battery or ground connection. Leak at the o-ring at any of the lift cylinders. Bow tension cylinder (driver or passenger) Inspect in the trunk area for hydraulic fluid leak.
What kind of hydraulic system does a convertible have?
Convertible tops can seem complicated, but the hydraulic system is straightforward, regardless of what make and model you have. All hydraulic convertible top systems function practically the same, whether you own a Mercedes-Benz convertible or a Mazda, Chrysler, Toyota, Porsche, BMW, or Lexus.
Why is my convertible top not moving up?
While the pump is running, the hydraulic system has air trapped in the lines. Also, this system has a major hydraulic fluid leak, and for that reason, the level drops below the MIN mark as the level drops, the convertible struggles to move up and down. Check the operation of the convertible pump motor.
What causes a convertible top to get stuck?
This means that rather than using the traditional approach of cable and pullies, the car uses a set of pressurized cylinders to both open and close the top. Over time, the system can leak or fail, causing your convertible top to get stuck in either the up or down position. In this article I will explain the basics of the system.
You can visually inspect all the cylinders for leaks by manually opening and closing the convertible. At first, the leaks will be minor, but they will worsen over time, and you will eventually see leaks on the trunk floor or a stained convertible top.
Leak at the o-ring at any of the lift cylinders. Inspect in the trunk area for hydraulic fluid leak. Low fluid in the convertible top reservoir. Start by pressing the convertible switch. Do the windows go down? If the windows don’t go down, make sure the trunk compartment divider is pulled out. Next, check the fuse for the convertible top.
Convertible tops can seem complicated, but the hydraulic system is straightforward, regardless of what make and model you have. All hydraulic convertible top systems function practically the same, whether you own a Mercedes-Benz convertible or a Mazda, Chrysler, Toyota, Porsche, BMW, or Lexus.
You can visually inspect all the cylinders for leaks by manually opening and closing the convertible. At first, the leaks will be minor, but they will worsen over time, and you will eventually see leaks on the trunk floor or a stained convertible top. Have a friend help you during this process so that the top doesn’t fall on you.
Are there any problems with a convertible top?
Owning a convertible vehicle can be fun and exciting until you start experiencing problems with the convertible top. One day you press the top switch in the center console, and nothing happens. The convertible top won’t go down. If you are lucky, you may be able to open the convertible top by pressing the switch several times.
Why is Max not marked on convertible top?
MAX, in some cases, is not marked because it is the same as the fill hole. You can’t fill them past the filler hole since the fluid will leak out, which is by design. Suppose the fluid level is too low the convertible pump operation completely to protect the motor and the hydraulic system components.
Why does my soft top roof not go down?
If you wait 10 minutes after opening the cowl the pressure should bleed off (with key out). Then with the aid of another person carefully move the top in the down position. Just as a heads up. The normal failure of these tops is the hydraulic motor due to water seeping into the motor casing.
How to fix a convertible top sunroof problem?
Then the hydraulic pump should start. A permanent solution will be to do a real cleaning of the sunroof sliders and better lubrication on all moving part will make the sunroof go a couple of millimeters longer back, which hopefully will tell the sensor that it is open, which again will engage the phase two opening…
What should I do if my convertible top is not opening?
Press and hold the central lock toggle switch in UP position for 5 seconds. This will start the opening process. 4) If still no luck, checked the fuses (there are two) powering the roof. 5) It could be that the battery is weak – the opening process needs a lot of power. Try to charge the battery or install a new battery.
How can I Fix my Astra H TwinTop roof?
Disconnect the Black plug from the roof ecu/module in the boot and locate Pin 15, should be a Brown/white wire,. , this is the ground supply to all sensors and switches, Turn the ignition on and measure what voltage you have between pin 15 and Ground, should be less than 0.3V. Click to expand… if it is not less than 0.3v how would you fix it?