How do you open the convertible top?
Open the trunk and pull the compartment divided and lock it in place. Use the window switch to lower the driver and passenger windows. If your convertible has a top latch, release it at this time. Press the convertible top switch to retract your hardtop / soft 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.
Can a CarGurus convertible roof not go down?
– CarGurus Convertible roof will not go down (stops halfway!) Purchased used bmw 325ci with 16,000 miles. Top worked when I purchased but broke about a month later Had repaired twice (by different garages). Works for 2 to 3 weeks then breaks again.
Why does MY BMW 3 series roof not go down?
They said if it was an hydraulic problem then it would not work at all. Also, please note that if it sits for a couple of months without trying to put the top down, then it will work the first time. But when you have to put the roof back up then try a day or week later it does not work again. Weird!!!!
Why is my soft top on my Jaguar XK not working?
This video will show you the first thing to check when your convertible top on a Jaguar XK or XKR is not working. This is a commonly overlooked issue when the Jaguar soft top is not working. There are more details if you need it in the owner’s manual. Feel free to reach out to me if this does not work for you or you need more help. Loading…
What does it mean when your convertible top stops working?
It is great that you have performed the reset procedure already as that is typically the first step in diagnosis. In most cases when the electrical noise is heard and the convertible top motor is heard trying to work this indicates that the top is receiving power.
Why does my Cadillac XLR roof not go up?
The dealer tells me I’ve got a couple bad switches that are intermittently acting up. The roof goes down ok, but sometimes will not go up. The trunk lid opens and the rear panel behind the seats flips up, but then it stalls and the hydraulics just bogs down.
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.
What to do if your Mercedes convertible is not working?
Check the convertible top relay as well. Swap it with a known working relay that is identical. You can also bridge the top relay for a couple of seconds to see if the hydraulic pump start to run. Replace the convertible top relay if necessary, PN 0025421319. Next, check the micro switch where the divider locks.