What are the problems with the Eclipse Spyder roof system?
One very common problem with the 2g Eclipse Spyder roof system, and one that will effect all cars at some point, is the elastic straps connecting the floating rib to the 2nd rib. The elastic gets all stretched out. The elastic straps are connected by plastic clips that snap over the top of the ribs.
How does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Convertible top work?
The Mitsubishi 4th gen Eclipse convertible is a cloth convertible top with a back window bonded to the fabric. The top raises and lowers by way of a hydraulic rotary actuator with 2 hydraulic cylinders for raising and lowering the 5th top bow and 1 hydraulic cylinder for raising and lowering the tonneau cover.
How to remove top motor on Spyder convertible?
Disconnect power to top motors and remove two 8mm bolts and two torx screws holding each motor in place. There is a plastic spacer over one bolt on each side. Don’t loose them. You may have to bend a metal mounting ear inside the speaker cover area to access one side of the motor.
How is the hydraulic system on a Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The hydraulic system is operated by a single pump run by an electric motor, and with valving which is triggered by electronics which receives signals from certain switches I’ll describe later. When the top is closed, it is secured at the 1st top bow to the windshield header by two manually operated mechanical latches.
One very common problem with the 2g Eclipse Spyder roof system, and one that will effect all cars at some point, is the elastic straps connecting the floating rib to the 2nd rib. The elastic gets all stretched out. The elastic straps are connected by plastic clips that snap over the top of the ribs.
How to check the top of a Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
Open your trunk, to your left is a compartment covered by a removable plastic lid use a flashlight to see a black switch (on/off), turn it the other way. My switch was in the off position, no power to the top. Otherwise check you fuses. Good luck. 6 people found this helpful.
How does the top of a spyder convertible work?
The elastic straps are connected by plastic clips that snap over the top of the ribs. They keep tension on the floating rib so that it folds properly as the roof retracts. They are easily removed by opening the roof partway and accessing them between the roof and the headliner.
Why is the top on my Spyder not working?
My son has a 07 or 08 Spyder and the top won’t go down and it beeps every time we stop then go. We took the fuse out and that stopped it but when the beeping started was also when the top stopped working. I opened the rear panels at the light and no manual switch.
What’s the problem with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
Hinim having the same problem but mynback windoes went down but now they wont go back up can some one help 4 people found this helpful. There is a button on the drivers door panel that when pushed keeps the rear windows from rolling back up. 1 people found this helpful. Are we Talking about a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT.
My son has a 07 or 08 Spyder and the top won’t go down and it beeps every time we stop then go. We took the fuse out and that stopped it but when the beeping started was also when the top stopped working. I opened the rear panels at the light and no manual switch.
What kind of car is the Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Mitsubishi Eclipse was released 15 years ago. Since then, it has been the franchise model of Mitsubishi because of its sporty and \\”geo-mechanical\\” styling. The Mitsubishi Eclipse was built as a sporty coupe in line with Plymouth Laser and Eagle Talon during the early 90s.
Where is the antenna on a Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
There is a manual switch in the trunk in the panel on the drivers side where antenna is located. The switch on my car had gotten switched over to manual by accident. Windows went down and I heard a clicking sound but the top wouldn’t go down. I have my owners manual and it referred to this solution. 51 people found this helpful.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT cost?
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse spyder gt – at 3,561 miles the clutch burnt up and the dealer did not honor the warranty, costing me $1880. 00. At 14,143 approx miles, the clutch burnt up again.
Are there any problems with the Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Mitsubishi Eclipse owners have reported 21 problems related to manual transmission (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mitsubishi Eclipse based on all problems reported for the Eclipse.
Why is the top on my Eclipse Spyder not working?
If you hear the motors, and the top just seems missing force to get it done, you might want to check the shear pin on one or both motors.
Where is the power switch on a Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder?
5 people found this helpful. Open your trunk, to your left is a compartment covered by a removable plastic lid use a flashlight to see a black switch (on/off), turn it the other way. My switch was in the off position, no power to the top. Otherwise check you fuses.
The elastic straps are connected by plastic clips that snap over the top of the ribs. They keep tension on the floating rib so that it folds properly as the roof retracts. They are easily removed by opening the roof partway and accessing them between the roof and the headliner.
What causes a bent top on a Spyder?
The improper folding of the roof during retraction causes a couple of other problems. The worst of these is bent links that connect the floating rib to the side frame. You can access these by pealing back the headliner from the front. It’s held by a couple of screws at the corners and a strip of heavy Velcro.