2006 Mustang Convertible - Diagnosing Slow Top Opening/Closing Issues
Troubleshooting my intermittent, slow convertible top raising and lowering issues.
Convertible Top Pump - Good. No leaking. Plug seal is solid. Reservoir filled with fluid.
Convertible Top Switch - Good. Removed and inspected. No worn down
nodes or connections.
Convertible Top Relays - Replaced both under hood to be sure.
Convertible Top Hydraulic Cylinders - Driver side is LEAKING. Problem found. Need to replace both cylinders. New lines recommended.
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Thanks for the info. 👍✌
Hey good afternoon, can i PM you regarding the issue with my top??? I'm stumped. Really in need of assistance.
Is it possible to manually close the top because mine is stuck a little bit to close and it wont fully close
@Danielcoleco
6 ай бұрын
Unfortunately I don't think this is an option. You might try adding hydraulic fluid and then attempt to close it again. Since my cylinders were leaking this allowed me to close it. Also investigate the little pin contacts I show and pry them up to give the sensor better contact which should allow the top to close more.
@Ariesstubbornbutt
Ай бұрын
It is an option. I'm an old lady and I figured it out. Remove the strut/ cylinders. They have pressure that will not allow the top to move. Then you can move it all you like!!
@Ariesstubbornbutt
Ай бұрын
Yes remove the hydraulic cylinders from the frame . Unfortunately them. Then the pressure us released.
Did that permanently fix the issue?
@Danielcoleco
Жыл бұрын
No. The hydraulic cylinders are the main culprit. I identified a leak on one and I will have to replace the pair. This makes sense as the vehicle is now 17 years old. I plan on purchasing a new pair since I don't want to take a gamble with used/pick a part.
@MrNerdelicious
Жыл бұрын
@@Danielcolecowould you mind making a video when you replace them? I can’t seem to find a video online for the 05-09 mustangs for hydraulic cylinder replacement installs
@JamesJeude
4 ай бұрын
@DJColeco yes please! very little information on the convertible Gen5 mustangs
@Ariesstubbornbutt
Ай бұрын
What! There's 4 videos out there. Look for bleeding the system.
@lilsnakesix
12 күн бұрын
@@MrNerdeliciousdid you ever find a video or any info on changing the hydro cylinders on 05-09 mustangs? trying to change my pair on my 07
Try to remove the pump motor with top down and change it fluid or replace the motor it might be wear out for an old fluid Just don’t fix an issue with another problem like playing on plugs / electrical stuff If the limiter wasn’t there ? One wrong move the hydraulic system will pop out
@Ariesstubbornbutt
Ай бұрын
Where does it pop out. I don't see that happening.