Hi, You have a great forum with much valuable information. I am replacing the top on a 2005 Crossfire. It looks to be a simple job if it worked properly. I'm pretty sure the top up switch over the passenger's head needs to be replaced, and the lift cylinders have to be sent out and rebuilt. I was able to unlock and release the rear bow with a 6 mm allen wrench. Using the tool that came with the vehicle, I tried to unlock the deck lid. It will raise up about an inch but not unlock, and spring back down. I followed the directions in the manual to relieve the hydraulic pressure, and also removed the #5 fuse. It seems to still be under pressure and won't release. I removed the torque bolts holding the lock mechanism, hoping it would make some difference, but no luck. Before I try anything else, I would like to hear from someone that has had a similar issue. Thanks, Dave, Brookfield, NH