E30 electric top lid issue

[Quincy56]

I am trying to figure out how the motor engages the bowden cables. I got both motors working, but there are two parts for the lid motor to turn, the lid moves fine, but the bowden cable part doesn't seem to have a way to connect to the motor. There is a tab on the side, but it doesn't engage with the lid lever. Pictures attached. Also here is a video I made showing how they don't engage.

https://youtube.com/shorts/ng_pqqkzFUc?feature=share

What am I missing?

[bradnic]

I have detailed convertible top analysis and pics on my 91 Calypso build thread. 2017 or so. Check my sig or start here https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...24#post6787224

[Quincy56]

Seems that lid motor lever was bent. Looking at this picture this one is flat, mine was bent. Straightened it out and it locks now!

[nadodude111]

How did you straighten it out? Mine is bent as well and spinning past the locking tab.

Thanks