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Jul 1, 2018 | 02:16 PM

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MHPrior80

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Convertible top latch

I know I dont really post on here but my 05 convertible when raising the top, I have to press down the top to snap it into the match on top of the truck every time. Is it suppose to be like that or is it suppose to latch automatically? Thanks I’m advance

Jul 1, 2018 | 03:46 PM

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ZERACER

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Re: Convertible top latch

I suggest you download the owners manual here and read it. That is normal, you pull it down while in the driver seat.
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...s-repairs.html

Jul 1, 2018 | 03:47 PM

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pizzaguy

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Re: Convertible top latch

No, it should be automatic. I'd try some lubrication of that mechanism on the underside of the lid. I've owned three Roadsters, never had the issue but I do know others have had this trouble.

Jul 1, 2018 | 03:48 PM

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pizzaguy

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Re: Convertible top latch

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Originally Posted by ZERACER

I suggest you download the owners manual here and read it. That is normal, you pull it down while in the driver seat.
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...s-repairs.html

I think the post refers to the bow latch in the deck lid.

Jul 1, 2018 | 03:54 PM

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MHPrior80

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Re: Convertible top latch

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Originally Posted by pizzaguy

No, it should be automatic. I'd try some lubrication of that mechanism on the underside of the lid. I've owned three Roadsters, never had the issue but I do know others have had this trouble.

thank you for that! I didn’t think it was right so I figured I’d ask before digging into. Wd-40 or do you recommend something else?

Jul 1, 2018 | 03:55 PM

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MHPrior80

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Re: Convertible top latch

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Originally Posted by pizzaguy

I think the post refers to the bow latch in the deck lid.

Yes this is correct. I know how to work the top of the convertible. I’m referring to the deck lid latch

Jul 1, 2018 | 04:15 PM

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pizzaguy

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Re: Convertible top latch

I would think a light lithium grease would be best, but the service manual says NOTHING about it.

And there is a possibility that the cylinder itself is bad - WD40 might give you a clue that lubrication is the answer.