Service
SERVICE:
Identify the noise concern according to the index and take the appropriate steps to complete any checks or adjustments.
1. Checking the front roof panel lock
Note:
Steps 1 and 2 are not listed in the index but will be referred to in other steps.
Caution!
An incorrectly adjusted lock could cause damage.
Always check by locking manually after work has been performed.
Open the roof to this position.
6 in (150 mm) from the top of the windshield.
Caution:
Turn the ignition key to position 0. Wait 30 seconds until the hydraulic pressure is released.
Turn the mechanism clockwise manually with an Allen wrench to the locked position.
In the locked position check the measurements (B)
The measurements on the left and right side may differ from one another by no more than 1/64th in. (0.5 mm).
When checking, the measurement (B) should be between 1/4 in. and 3/8th in. (7.2 mm and 9.5 mm).
If necessary; after adjustment is completed, the measurement should be 5/16th in. and 3/8th in. (8 mm - 8.5 mm)
See step 2 for adjustment procedure.
With the Allen wrench restore the locks to the correct position before operating the roof.
2. Adjusting the front roof panel lock
Note:
Steps 1 and 2 are not listed on the index but will be referred to in other steps
As necessary;
Remove the headlining, see VIDA:
Removal, replacement and installation
Body and interior
General
Removal work for sheet metal repair
both components, exposing
Headlining, front roof panel, replacing.
Adjust the lock rods (2). The measurement (B) should be between 5/16th in. - 3/8th in. (8 mm - 8.5 mm)
Always screw the two rods (2) equally except when making minor adjustments, where you can screw one rod one turn and even out with the lock unit (1).
Important:
The measurements on the left and right side may differ from one another by no more than 1/64th in. (0.5 mm).
Caution!
An incorrectly adjusted lock could cause damage.
Always check by locking manually after work has been performed.
3. Noise while locking the front edge of the front roof panel
Caution!
Adjustment is done in stages with road test and operation between each step of the entire operation.
Use grease, part no. 1161778, at (1). It is important that the entire roller from end to end is covered with grease.
Apply grease to both right and left sides.
Check the measurement (B) per step 1 and adjust as necessary per step 2.
Caution!
An incorrectly adjusted lock could cause damage.
Always check by locking manually after work has been performed.
If necessary to reduce tension at the lock, insert the shims, 2 pcs, part no. 1385265.
4. Noise from lock at front edge of front roof panel while driving
Caution!
Adjustment is done in stages with test driving (road test and operation) between each step of the entire operation.
Use grease, part no. 1161778, at (1). It is important that the entire roller from end to end is covered with grease
Apply grease to both right and left sides.
Check the measurement (B) as per step 1 and adjust as necessary as per step 2.
Caution!
An incorrectly adjusted lock could cause damage.
Always check by locking manually after work has been performed.
If installed check that shims are in the correct position, see figure.
If there are no shims, replace the lock, see:
Removal, replacement and installation
Body and interior
Doors and hatches
Convertible roof
Front roof panel lock, replacing.
Adjust the lock as described in step 2.
If the shims are in place between the lock and roof panel, try to gradually remove the shims in order to increase pressure between the front roof and the windshield member.
Remove the upper windshield member cover panel, see:
Removal, replacement and installation
Body and interior
Removal work for sheet metal repair
Roof components, exposing
Panel, upper windshield member, replacing.
Turn the lock plates outwards (driver side counterclockwise/passenger side clockwise) to increase tension during locking.
Test drive the vehicle.
5. Noise during roof operation
As necessary lubricate wires at guiding eyelets, use universal oil, part no. 1161657.
Spray the wires at the guiding eyelets, see figure.
6. Roof noise while driving
Check that the guiding eyelets for the headlining wires are in place.
If any of the eyelets are loose, remove the screw and clean the threads with a screw plug.
Apply a drop of locking fluid, part no. 1161053, to the screw and tighten.
Press the lock ring into place.
Make sure the ring is pressed on all the way as shown here. This will reduce the movement and noise of the cable eyelet.
7. Noise at C-post while driving
Check that the stop lug in the lock for the rear roof section is in the correct position and is in good condition.
If it is missing or in poor condition the latch assembly should be replaced.
Check for play in the rear roof lock, grab the roof's rear flanged edge and lift upward.
If there is play, adjust as described below.
Slacken the nuts, (2).
Press the roof down toward the rubber stop with a pressure of about 55 lbs (25 kg) while at the same time pressing the mounting upward / forward.
Tighten to 18 ft lbs. (24 Nm).
To prevent water leaks, check the play between the rubber molding and the trunk lid, see VIDA:
Cleaning, inspection and adjustment Body and interior
Doors and hatches
Trunk lid, rear door with hinge and support
Trunk lid, adjusting.
8. Noise from lock between lock plate and linkage system
Noise can occur when the linkage system lies against the lock plate in the rear edge of the front roof panel.
With the roof in the service position install "modeling clay" (Plastigauge) to the surfaces as shown.
Close the roof and lock.
Run the roof back to the service position, see figure.
If play is less than 1/16 in. (1 mm), adjust the lock plate forward.
Tip: use a feeler gauge to measure the thickness of the "modeling clay" (Plastigauge) after roof operation.
9. Noise at lock rod, rear edge of center roof panel
If the lock rod lies against the hinge it could cause a scraping noise.
Adjust the hinge so that there is no contact. If this is not possible, affix a piece of felt tape, part no. 9511099, to the contact surfaces.
10. Noise from lock at rear edge of front roof panel
Rattling can occur if there is too little tension between the lock plate's rubber stop and the linkage system.
Replace the rubber on both sides of the vehicle.
Part no. 30787853 (kit with 4pcs).
Remove the shims if installed, see illustration.
Note!
Both sides of the vehicle.
Check the function by operating the roof for 3 cycles.
11. Noise from the linkage system in the rear edge of the rear roof panel
Rattling can occur if there is play at the support fork.
Perform a check, see figure.
Adjust so that the support fork becomes narrower using 4 mm flat washers.
Apply new grease (part no. 1161778) to the support fork.
12. Locking at front edge of trunk lid
If the lock has difficulty engaging at the front edge, the hydraulic cylinders that handle closing can be adjusted downward.
Caution!
The hydraulic cylinder must not be adjusted down too much as there is a risk that the rear roof panel could come in contact with the trunk lid when the roof is opened or closed.
Measurement (A) must be at least 5/8 in (15 mm).
13. Noise from rear edge of trunk lid A scraping noise can occur from the rear support points of the trunk lid.
Affix a piece of felt tape, part no. 9511099, see figure.
14. Rattling noise by B-pillar
Applying thread sealant to roof panel mounts.
Caution!
Only detach one adjuster / nut at a time.
Remove the lock nut from the adjuster.
Note the measurement / position of the adjuster, see picture.
Remove the adjuster nut, 1 PC.
Use thread sealant, part no. 1161053.
Install the adjuster by hand and adjust to the same value as before. Install the lock nut (not shown here) and tighten to 9.5 ft lbs. (13 Nm).
Caution!
Make sure the adjuster does not move when tightening the lock nut.
Carry out the same procedure on the two remaining mounts.
Same procedure applies to the left and right-hand sides.