Should you leave your convertible top down?
Do not leave the top down on your car when you are no longer in it. This has not been a good idea since the bird was invented. And birds are not the only animals that might wish to visit the interior of your car. There are also skunks, squirrels, cats, dogs, wild turkeys.
Can you leave a convertible outside in the rain?
Susceptible to leaks Roof materials have improved, but not enough to guarantee that water will stay outside. Whether you drive a hard-top or soft-top convertible, heavy rain and snow can still make you susceptible to leaks.
What causes a convertible top to stop working?
The one that fails the most is the switch for the trunk divider. When it fails, it will stop the convertible top from working at all. The hydraulic pump may fail. Before you replace your convertible pump motor, check the fuse and relay of the convertible top. They may be the culprit instead of the convertible top pump/motor.
How many volts does a convertible top need?
Every time you press the convertible switch, you should read between 11-13 volts at the pump. If you are not getting any current at the hydraulic motor, you may have an electrical problem or a defective switch. There are between 4 and 10 micro-switches installed in your convertible required to run your top.
How to operate the top switch on a convertible?
HOW TO OPERATE THE TOP SWITCH The top will work only in the “Park” or “Neurtal” positions, with key turned to “ACC” or “START”.
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.
What causes a convertible top to go down?
The most common problems, in order of occurrence, are: Frozen pump: Broken or maladjusted tray fold switch: Burned-out relay: Low fluid level in the pump reservoir: Worn pump “O-ring: Poor ground: and Weak battery. (Pictures of 63) TOP DOWN
Every time you press the convertible switch, you should read between 11-13 volts at the pump. If you are not getting any current at the hydraulic motor, you may have an electrical problem or a defective switch. There are between 4 and 10 micro-switches installed in your convertible required to run your top.
HOW TO OPERATE THE TOP SWITCH The top will work only in the “Park” or “Neurtal” positions, with key turned to “ACC” or “START”.
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.