Hey folks ... I have a problem ... the switch on my window frame, is gonzo ... it will not recognize my rooftop when it is up, on my 2005 Crossfire roadster ... thus, the car thinks it it has not completed its cycle ... in any case, does anyone have a spare switch to sell? Please let me know, thanks ...

 

Davem17,

Are you speaking of the sensor switch above and to the right of the passenger's head at the top frame? Link of my efforts to replace this with pictures. https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...pass-rail.html

If so, the part # is A193 820 21 10

EBAY, Craigslist, Facebook marketplace are all good sources plus individuals here and on Crossfire Facebook Groups.

Good luck in your hunt!

Regards,

 

Davem17,

I just read your other post that ckarified the switch...the one In the header. The right knowledgeable guy responded. Pizzaguy's the guru on the top's operation. I'll see if I can find that part #.

 

Thank you! Thank you! ... and, thank you again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Davem17,

Sorry this took so long...did a lot of reading. All I have is the Chrysler part #. It's the Top Latch Switch 05166831AA. I did a Google search and it's discontinued. Your best bet is a salvage yard or Facebook Marketplace.

 

Thanks for this, I’ll keep looking!!!

 

I'm going picking today, will look for one.

 

Thanks Shamrock!!!

 

A big thanks to EVERYONE on this thread, who tried to help me ... Im new to this Forum, and very impressed with the responses to my issue ... there are some damn good Crossfire people out there!!!! .. thank you again!!!!

 

Is this what you are looking for? If so, PM me here with your phone # and when a good time to call.

 

Damn ... Im not sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

That is the part number you posted

 

It looks like it is missing the switch??? How much do you want for it???

 

This is the switch. $40.00 shipped anywhere Lower 48. Canada $35 USD + shipping to Alberta. PM me your address and I'll get a quote.

Header latch with switch

 

WIll you ship to Calgary, Canada????? If so, how much???

 

... and do you accept Paypal????

 

Paypal accepted. I will ship to Calgary, just need a shipping address to determine price of shipping, Email me wemull@hotmail.com with your shipping info. This is not my PayPal account.

 

That actual switch is probably still made, but without the little bracket.

Finding the exact switch in the manufacturer's parts pages - then finding a retail source for them is a nightmare - best to buy the one from Shamrock.
We have managed to find individual relays in the RCM, I have two left, they cost $3 each in lots of six. Finding all the little switches (that Mercedes calls "sensors") is not easy.

 

Oh my god ... a BIG BIG THANK YOU to SHAMROCK ... for saving my bacon on my Crossfire convertible ... not only, did everyone on this thread help me to diagnose the issue ... but, Shamrock gave me a fair price, and dutifully shipped it to me, as promised ... wow ... what can I say, guys ... this is the best forum ever ... in closing: I got it fixed, and, the top is fine now ... it shuts off when you put the top up ... and, I can rest assured it will be OK, as it sits in storage for the winter ... this car, I vow, will NEVER see snow or salt ... not an effing chance ... again, thank you ladies and gents, for helping me to find the problem, and get it fixed ... the part in question did the trick ... amazing ...

Best wishes to everyone and stay safe ...

 

That's great news.