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YOUR RESEARCHConvertible top issue, not the typical issue very odd
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Replace every single part
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At this point have changed every single part on the mechanisms of the top, including top latch, module, etc.
Convertible top issue, not the typical issue very odd
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Leading evidence: 'Replace every single part' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, the most frequently mentioned possible cause is 'microswitch issue' (1 discussions; 0 report identifying it and 1 suggest it). The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace every single part' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.
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In my experience, when the top (or clamshell) stops at an odd position but everything else seems to be working properly, it is probably a microswitch issue.
Convertible top issue, not the typical issue very odd
Replace not a big deal
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Seller said the ram need to replace not a big deal.
Convertible top issue, not the typical issue very odd
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microswitch issue
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In my experience, when the top (or clamshell) stops at an odd position but everything else seems to be working properly, it is probably a microswitch issue.
Convertible top issue, not the typical issue very odd
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I bought a 996 with a known convertible top issue. Seller said the ram need to replace not a big deal. He was right it was leaking. Did not fix the issue. Turns out the pump was bad. Got the Rams working good. Top would only halfway open to Service position. brought it to dealer spent $3000, They didn’t do a single thing to it suggested just throwing parts at it. At this point have changed every single part on the mechanisms of the top, including top latch, module, etc. Trying to figure this thing out, if I took the potentiometer off the ram push the top open button and slowly turn the potentiometer by hand, I can make it open and close. Dealer couldn’t Calibrate the top, my Durametric says it cannot communicate with the module to calibrate the top and it ends up timing out. What the heck is going on?
Oh boy, I don't envy your situation. It's post like these that make me nervous about having a Cab as well.
I hope someone with more knowledge than me can help you out. If my top starts acting this way I am going to see if I can mod it to work manually, like our '93 Miata...
Sorry for your trouble, but taking it to a dealer is a big mistake. They're used to working on new cars under warranty, not old ones like ours. Find a good independent Porsche specialist in your area.
For convertible top issues, you could also find a good upholstery shop that also specializes in tops. Some of them are good at dealing with the mechanical issues that arises.
You may want to check out this thread. Not specific to your fix, but it provides a bunch of random info if you care to read through it & make sense of it.
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...more-pics.html
I recently had my right clamshell get stuck closed. I was able to get it open & through (LOTS) of trial & error I got my clamshell working, convertible working & fully calibrated by myself.
It does take a pretty mechanical mind to understand the system. The clamshell is mechanically operated, the top is hydraulically operated. They both work together with a series of microswitches.
In my experience, when the top (or clamshell) stops at an odd position but everything else seems to be working properly, it is probably a microswitch issue.
PM me with any questions, I also may have a convertible top calibration pdf also.
My thoughts... Check the operation of the clamshell, the interior flaps, the hydraulic top and the latch at the front/center of the top. They all work in a specific order. If one is out of place, the top will stop in an odd position.
I�m going to be the least helpful guy here. I would buy a hardtop and stop dealing with that nonsense! Haha Good luck with it though, seriously. I�m curious what the eventual fix is.
The side flaps are a big issue with tops that spot halfway.....
The side flaps have little drive motors and micro-switches that signal whether they are are fully open or fully closed....If they are not in the fully expected position ( according to the micro-switches), it will stop the top function so as to not destroy the flaps
It's always worth checking them very closely when you have this issue.......
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