I am following (http://www.e30ic.com/powertop.htm)this procedure to re sync the top motor. I am having problems unlocking the lid mechanism. it says it is controlled manually by the allen wrench, but i have no clue what it is talking about. Any and all help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Power to the micro-switches is controlled by the lid motor lock mechanism. The lock mechanism is controlled manually by the allen wrench. When the lid is locked and the lid motor engaged the switches will have power (you'll notice that when you lock the lid, the lid motor assembly swings in and out slightly). When the lid is locked it swings the motor closer to the body of the car and completes the ground for the micro switch. The problem is, it is very difficult to get both the lid locked and the lid motor engaged. They must be done simultaneously. If you have power to the relays, here is how to get power to the micro-switches.
This is easier with two people....also make sure the ignition key is on
Disengage all the motors (unlock the lid mechanism, disengage the lid motor and the top motor)
Thanks!
Power to the micro-switches is controlled by the lid motor lock mechanism. The lock mechanism is controlled manually by the allen wrench. When the lid is locked and the lid motor engaged the switches will have power (you'll notice that when you lock the lid, the lid motor assembly swings in and out slightly). When the lid is locked it swings the motor closer to the body of the car and completes the ground for the micro switch. The problem is, it is very difficult to get both the lid locked and the lid motor engaged. They must be done simultaneously. If you have power to the relays, here is how to get power to the micro-switches.
This is easier with two people....also make sure the ignition key is on
Disengage all the motors (unlock the lid mechanism, disengage the lid motor and the top motor)
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