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Open Clamshell after emergency operation

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I used the emergency operation to open my clamshell and close the top.
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I used the emergency operation to open my clamshell and close the top.
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Did it again and it worked.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hi, I used the emergency operation to open my clamshell and close the top. I am trying to open the clamshell and top now but it doesn't work. The motor turns but the clamshell doesn't move. I tried removing the "override" screw and thread it in again but nothing happens. Is there any tricks? I have Durametric (The whole emergency process was unnecessary, it started raining so I freaked out. Turns out the hood wasn't closed properly.....) Thanks

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After "emergency" operation of the top, recalibration is required, because some things can get out of sequence. I don't think the Durametric does this. Probably need a visit to a dealer or an indy with the proper PIWIS or PS2 equipment or similar. Also, some components intentionally break during the emergency operation of the top, and these must be repaired. Specifically, the convertible top lock and the clamshell lid drive. http://www.welton-village.org.uk/porschesofttopp.pdf

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Thanks, I have tried that but will try again. Also for some reason I have a 997 top. It says so on the sticker and doesn't look like anything on the photos.... Car is a 99 and has 100k miles and 4 owners.

POST 4 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Did it again and it worked. (Screw out with loctite). For some reason I have a 997 "hook" mechanism, this makes everything easier. No marks to align. Calibration worked with Durametric. My side flap was bad, the plastic "nut" that sits on the threaded rod was bad. This causes spurious "exceeded timeout". New mechanism is $89 on ebay. Top works as a champ now!

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