FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
Courtesy of Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Convertible Top: 9905

9905 REAR BOW CYLINDER TRAVEL SENSOR (ROD SIDE) INOPERATIVE

9905 Rear Bow Cylinder Travel Sensor (Rod Side) Inoperative:




WHEN MONITORED
Continuous with the ignition on.

SET CONDITION
When the Power Top Control Module senses the Rear Bow Travel Sensor (Rod Side) inactive with the Power Top in the closed position.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Power top control module

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding.

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. Check for Current DTCs




Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII(R), read and record the Power Top Control Module (PTCM) DTCs.

NOTE: If any other Rear Bow Cylinder Travel Sensor DTCs have been set, diagnose the other Power Top Control Module (PTCM) DTCs first before continuing.

With the DRB III(R), erase the Power Top Control Module (PTCM) DTCs.
Press the Power Top Switch to raise and lower the Power Top.
With the DRBIII(R), read the Power Top Control Module (PTCM) DTCs.

Q: Did this DTC set again?

YES: Replace the Power Top Control Module. Perform POWER TOP CONTROL MODULE VERIFICATION TEST. Power Top Verification Test
NO: Go To 2

2. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS
The condition that caused this DTC to set is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring harness for a possible intermittent condition.

NOTE:
- Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal connections can set DTCs.
- Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this DTC. Wiggle the wires while checking for shorts and open circuits.

Q: Were there any problems found?

YES: Repair as necessary. Perform POWER TOP CONTROL MODULE VERIFICATION TEST. Power Top Verification Test
NO: The condition that caused this DTC to set is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring harness for a possible intermittent condition.