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Convertible top rocker switch not working, fuse not blown

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YOUR RESEARCHConvertible top rocker switch not working, fuse not blown

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The rocker switch is still not operating the top although I can open and close the top using the key from outside.
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The rocker switch is still not operating the top although I can open and close the top using the key from outside.
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Convertible top rocker switch not working, fuse not blown

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The rocker switch is still not operating the top although I can open and close the top using the key from outside.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hopefully I haven't submitted this twice, the system logged me out when I tried the first time. I have a 1999 996 and the convertible top rocker switch is not working; I pulled the 7.5 amp fuse (5b) and it looked good to me, but I replaced it just in case. The rocker switch is still not operating the top although I can open and close the top using the key from outside. I just got the car back from the mechanic who did some maintenance work on the top (among other things), so I'm thinking he forgot to connect something, somewhere. It's an hour round-trip to take it back to him, so I'd like to fix this myself if possible. I've done engine work on the car before but nothing with the convertible top mechanism, and am pretty clueless about its operation. Does anybody know where I should begin looking and what I should be looking for? Remember I know nothing about this top, so very specific instructions would be much appreciated. Many thanks!

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Make sure the rear engine deck lid is closed and the handbrake is engaged. Could be many different microswitches that prevent the top from operating, but those are the first things to check.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks, I did some research over the weekend and I think it's the microswitch associated with the hand brake; the dash light is not illuminating when it's engaged. I just ordered the part and it should be here by the weekend, so we'll see if that does the trick.

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I did find this connection near the convertible top mechanism on the driver's side that wasn't plugged in. I looked all over the place but didn't see a place to plug it; any idea what it controls and where it's connected?

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