Checking Convertible Top Control Switch

Checking convertible top control switch

Checking connector and wiring




- Check control module connector A. Check for contact resistance and oxidation according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault
- Ignition on
- Read off the status of the control switch
- Activate the switch for the convertible top raised and folded positions.
Status should vary between activation (switch on) and no activation (switch off) for the respective positions.

Other information:
- To access and replace the control module see Replacing the control module Service and Repair.









Does the status change in both positions?

Yes - Verification

No - Checking the component

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Checking the component




- Ignition off
- Check the control switch connector for contact resistance and oxidation according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault.
Connect an ohmmeter between terminal #6 and ground.
Activate the micro-switch in the up position.
Test for an open-circuit according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault.
Connect an ohmmeter between terminal #3 and ground.
Activate the micro-switch in the down position.
Test for an open-circuit according to Checking wiring and terminals. Permanent fault Checking Wiring and Terminals. Permanent Fault.
If an open-circuit is found, replace the switch.
If an open-circuit is not found there is probably a fault in the cable between the control module and control switch.
Remedy as necessary.

Other information:
- To access and replace the control module see Replacing the control module Service and Repair
- To access or replace the switch, see Replacing dashboard and tunnel compartment switches Replacing Dashboard and Tunnel Compartment Switches.









Select Continue when the fault has been remedied.

Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Note! After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.








- Reinstall components, reconnect connectors etc.
- Speed < 4 km/h
- Parking brake applied
- Ignition on.
Activate the control switch for convertible top operation.
It should be possible to operate the convertible top in both directions.

Is the control switch functioning correctly?

Yes - VERIFIED

No - VERIFICATION FAILED

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VERIFICATION FAILED - Fault-tracing information

VERIFIED - FAULT FOUND

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - Exit fault-tracing

No - Attempt New Test

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Attempt New Test - Checking connector and wiring

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