Great problem with soft top mecanism

NoseRider

Orni,

When my top is closing, the rear of top snaps closed with such force that I am convinced it had something to do with my bracket breaking.
Here's a short clip of it:
https://www.amazon.com/photos/share/...YxANG4RAkhi4Ji

Does anyone know a fix?

If your top moves like mine, you'll probably want to correct it so this doesn't happen again.
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gbhrps

Orni,

To get your top material (the inner headliner cloth and the outer convertible top) is not a job for a first timer, and is quite involved. You'll need a convertible top specialist shop to remove it without doing the materials any damage.

I've been working on cars for over 50 years, fixed many convertible top systems, and I will do my own top if it becomes necessary some day ... but it even intimidates me somewhat because its so intricate, and I have the complete Factory Service Manual for the car to follow.

You are getting good advice from your guy who says he'll tackle the job if you get the top material off the frame. It will make it so much easier to repair your issue this way. He's on target and I would follow his advice.

Good Luck and keep us posted.

Gene

NoseRider,

Watched your video. WOW!! That slams down waaaay too hard. I suspect (but don't know for sure) that your 5th bow bungee cords have broken/disconnected/stretched beyond their ability to slow the ram pushing the bow down. It is possible that the top computer is overpowering the the rams on that 5th bow.

I'd suggest fixing your bracket problem first, and then have Nissan put their Consult (fancy laptop that checks systems and resets them) on the car and check out the top electrics and hydraulics after you check out the 5th bow bungee cords to see if they are up to snuff.

Yeah it'll be some money, but still less than a whole new top assembly.

Good Luck and keep us posted.

Gene

Orni

I've printed the Factory Service Manual to check how take off the top convertible. It's not urgent I'll take all my time to do that.

What is the most difficult part in this work ?

alcheng

I know it's been couple years, just curious what happened at the end?

Pine11cone

I have the same issue with my top and have taken it to several shops for repair with no success. I always thought that Nissan stood behind their product but they're the worst. I'm on this forum because I like the car (although I cant really consider it a convertible any more). I will never buy another Nissan though, this company should be ashamed.

marksta

I had this cam so worn it wouldn't close. It hung up. I bought another hinge and that solved the problem. Bought on it on ebay motors.