Why is my Porsche Carrera convertible top worn out?
As the car ages, the convertible top is asked to withstand a variety of elements, be it heat, cold, dirt or rain. Couple this with constant stretching and releasing and you can understand how much wear and tear the overall system goes through. This article is not intended to show you how to replace the convertible top fabric.
How to repair a Porsche 911 convertible top?
If you are repair an area that will not be held together under tension you can use a couple of paint stir sticks and a few C-clamps to hold the two pieces together. Do not use any heavy industrial cleaners or strippers without first double checking on an inconspicuous area to make sure they will not mare or damage your top.
What causes wind noise in Porsche Carrera convertible?
The plastic rear window on these cars can also be a source of leaks and wind noise. The older style windows are held in place by a zipper on the inside (green arrow), while the newer style are just glued in at the factory.
How can I fix the top on my Carrera?
Over time, sunlight, heat and cold works to break down the glue holding the headliner fabrics together. An easy fix here is to scrape away as much of the old glue as possible and apply some contact cement and tension the top.
What causes a Porsche Carrera convertible top to fail?
Another part of the system that can fail is the front latch mechanism on the center front of the convertible top. This motor assembly extends a hook out that latches the top against the windshield frame. If the motor inside fails, you can still manually open or close the latch.
Where is the pump on a Porsche Carrera convertible?
This is where the front edge of the convertible top is about 12-15 inches from the top edge of the windshield. This is so you can keep the body flap open and also gain access to the pump. Once the top is in the service position, look under the rear window flap to find the guide cable connections.
How to lock the top down on a Porsche Carrera?
Grab the top in the middle and pull it up and over the car. Now use the manual over ride on the front latch mechanism to lock the top down.
Why is my Porsche 911 top not working?
If you are having problems with your top, there is a chance you could just be low on hydraulic fluid. Sometimes simply adding fluid to the system can get it working again. Additionally, the fluid in the reservoir can go bad, especially if there are leaks or contaminants, causing the system to work harder.
What to do if you have a convertible top problem?
To troubleshoot your convertible top problem, we assume you already know how to locate and check fuses, relays, convertible top components such as lift cylinders, convertible modules, and pumps.
This is where the front edge of the convertible top is about 12-15 inches from the top edge of the windshield. This is so you can keep the body flap open and also gain access to the pump. Once the top is in the service position, look under the rear window flap to find the guide cable connections.
As the car ages, the convertible top is asked to withstand a variety of elements, be it heat, cold, dirt or rain. Couple this with constant stretching and releasing and you can understand how much wear and tear the overall system goes through. This article is not intended to show you how to replace the convertible top fabric.
To troubleshoot your convertible top problem, we assume you already know how to locate and check fuses, relays, convertible top components such as lift cylinders, convertible modules, and pumps.
If you are repair an area that will not be held together under tension you can use a couple of paint stir sticks and a few C-clamps to hold the two pieces together. Do not use any heavy industrial cleaners or strippers without first double checking on an inconspicuous area to make sure they will not mare or damage your top.
Where is the latch on a Porsche Carrera convertible?
To open or close the latch, insert the 6mm hex key into the over-ride actuator and turn it counter-clockwise to close the latch (this is the same tool used to emergency open/close the entire top, located behind the rear seat panel) Turning it clockwise opens the latch.