Convertible Top - Release Handle Does Not Return

Condition

Convertible Top, Release Handle Does Not Return to Correct Rest Position after Closing Top

Convertible top handle does not return to correct rest position after opening or closing and latching the top.





61 06 07 Nov.16, 2006, 2010634, Supersedes Technical Bulletin Group 61 number 04-03 dated August 18, 2004 due to inclusion into ElsaWeb.

Technical Background





May be caused by a loose attachment screw -arrow- for the top cover latch handle mechanism.

Production Solution
100% application of LOCTITE(R) 242(R) to screw threads beginning with VIN: 1Y_4M350575.

Service
If top handle will not return to the correct resting position after opening or closing the top:
- Prior to replacing any parts, check the handle attachment screw torque as follows:
- Remove Convertible top front latch assembly.See Repair Manual, Body Exterior - Convertible Top.

Using a torque wrench., verify residual screw torque:
- Torque must be between 20 Nm and 27 Nm (15 lbft and 20 lbft).

If torque is less than 20 Nm (15 lbft):
- Torque was incorrect and caused the condition.

In either case, after residual screw torque is verified:
- Remove screw, clean screw threads and apply 2 drops of LOCTITE(R) 242(R) (obtain from local supplier) to the threads.
- Reinstall and tighten screw to the following:
- Torque = 24 Nm (18 lbft).
- Reinstall convertible top front latch assembly.See Repair Manual, Body Exterior - Convertible Top.





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