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Power Convertible Top End Position Locking Mechanism, Inspecting






03 - Service Procedures

Power Convertible Top End Position Locking Mechanism, Inspecting

The opened convertible top is locked in the end position by two locking devices. Both locking devices hold the convertible top in the opened position in the event of a vehicle accident. Function of this locking must be guaranteed.

Test conditions

Convertible top must be opened completely (convertible top warning light must not light up).

Perform the following work procedure:

- Switch ignition on.

- Open both moving covers at rear side windows by pressing convertible top switch in center console downward only as long until both covers have opened and stand almost vertically.

- Then switch ignition off immediately.

Closing operation of convertible top must not have been activated yet.

- Look into the opened flaps.

Example, right rear locking device.





Locking device - 2 - must enclose pin - 1 - on both sides.