Cover Plate Lock Wires (Cables)

REMOVING DRIVE WIRES FOR THE COVER PLATE LOCK






Set the convertible top to the position illustrated.
Ignition off.
Make a note of the anti-theft radio code.
Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Mark up the position (using a marker pen) of the lock according to Preparations before work.






Remove:
- the 3 screws for the lock side piece on both the left and right-hand lock side pieces.
- the tie straps on the left and right-hand sides.
- the connectors and micro-switches on the left and right-hand sides according to Replacing and adjusting micro-switches.
- the 2 screws for the cover plate lock on both the left and right-hand locks.
Release the strut so that it is in neutral position. Move the cog half towards the catch section. Lift the catch section and slide the cog half forward until the wire is released.

Remove the locks.






Remove the 12 screws from the bracket for the motors.
Fold the motor bracket forward.

Note: The bracket for the motors may be secured with butyl tape.

Heat up the metal with a hot air gun.
Remove the drive wire for the rear latch arms for the cover.
Remove the entire drive assembly and lock. Place them on a level surface.






Remove the 3 nuts for the motor.

Note: Counterhold so that the rubber mounting for the motor is not damaged. Remove the drive wires. First slide the block to the end of the rail. Lift out the block and remove the wires.

Remove the nut for the wire sleeve.

Replace components.






Installing drive wires for the cover plate lock.
Screw the sleeve for the locks into place with the nut. Set the lock nut to the same position as when it was removed.






Install:
- the locks on the wire so that they are at the same height above the guide sleeve. Tension the strut approximately 30 mm before the cog half (A) engages.
- the 2 screws for the cover plate lock.
- the 3 for the lock side piece.






Insert the drive wires in the socket for the wire guide. A = 45 mm from the edge.

Note: This dimension must be identical on both sides. The lock must be open.

Apply a small amount of grease on the wire and the wire guide.
Check that the joint is correctly positioned.






Install the flange for the wire and sleeve. Align it and press the motor into place.

Note: Ensure that the flanges on the wire align in the sockets for the motor.

Screw the motor into place.
Install the bracket for the motors.
Operate the convertible top manually, see Emergency operation. Service and Repair
Check whether the locks click at the same time when opening and locking the left and right-hand sides.
Ensure that locks are positioned in the same way.
If not, rotate one of the locks and try again.