Adjusting Release and Latch Cables

[exhaust]

I recently replaced the handle for my manual top. However after reinstalling it only the driver side latch on the deck lid will latch shut. I've tried adjusting the cable in both directions but I can't seem to get it to latch. Any suggestions or points I might be missing?

[Das Delfin]

One of the cables under the tonneau coming from the handle will have a nut which you can turn to increase or decrease tension. It's on the drivers side

[exhaust]

One of the cables under the tonneau coming from the handle will have a nut which you can turn to increase or decrease tension. It's on the drivers side

First thing I tried when adjusting it. In either direction it won't latch

[Semblance]

only the driver side latch on the deck lid will latch shut.

Wait, so the top won't latch shut on the passenger side? Doesn't sound like a cable issue unless the cable is holding the latch open, which you should be able to see. The cable is just for releasing the latch to OPEN the lid, not relevant for closing it.

So assuming that's not the case, either the hook on the cover isn't pushing down on the latch far enough to engage it, which means something on the cover isn't adjusted right or else something's in the way; or it means the latch mechanism is somehow frozen shut. With the cover open you should be able to push on the latch into the locked position with a screwdriver. If it will latch, then it's the first issue.

[fuzzysux]

agreed ^^
make sure that the latch works properly while you can see all parts moving. it becomes obvious where to push - to trigger the latch with a screw driver.
it is possible that your cables have broken sheathing. this is just like the brakes on a bicycle. if the sheathing is broken, the cable will just move at that point and it will not pull "against" the sheathing to actuate the latch.

perhaps the cable is twisted or not hooked up properly to the new handle - and it is being held in the open position?

[exhaust]

The latches work fine. Sounds like it's definitely a folding top issue. I noticed the linkage rubbed a small hole/tear on the inside of the top as well so that's gotta be it. Shame too as my top was brand new and now it's got a leak. Thanks guys

[Das Delfin]

Oh lol I read it wrong. Check that your top folds into the compartment all the way? Mine sometimes sticks up which prevents the cover from latch on both sides and I have to figure out why it won't want to go in.

I guess now you have an excuse to get those tension straps put in!