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B3676 04



B3676 04

Solenoid Valve 3 Circuit, Open







Fault symptom
- Soft top cannot be operated
- Messages shown in SID.

On-board diagnosis

Type of diagnosis:
- Continuous

Enable criteria:
- Ignition ON.

Fault criterion 1:
- Output activated.

Fault criterion 2:
- Output NOT activated.

Fault criteria:

Fault criterion 1:
- Output voltage exceeds 7 V ± 0.2 V

Fault criterion 2:
- Output voltage is below 1.6 V ± 0.2 V

System reaction to a fault:
- Soft top cannot be operated

Checking the wiring harness
- Jiggle the wiring harness at several points to detect intermittent breaks or short circuits. Check also the connector for oxidation or loose pins.

Diagnostic help

Diagnosis regards:
- Electrical fault in connecting leads or component.

Functions in the diagnostic tool related to the fault:

Test value:
- Solenoid Valve 3

Activation:
- Solenoid Valve 3
(See also description of readings/activations in diagnostic tool)