Principles of Operation
Convertible top operation is controlled by the smart junction box (SJB). When the convertible top raise/lower switch is operated, the SJB commands the front and rear windows to the full down position. Window operation is disabled while the convertible top raise/lower switch is being operated. When the SJB receives a full down input for both rear windows, it commands the appropriate relay closed to raise or lower the convertible top. If the SJB does not receive a full down input signal for both rear windows, the convertible top operation is disabled.
The convertible top hydraulic system uses a 12 volt reversible pump and motor assembly. When active, the pump uses hydraulic pressure to extend the hydraulic lift cylinders to raise the convertible top, or retract the hydraulic lift cylinders to lower the convertible top. The convertible top motor/pump assembly is equipped with a thermal circuit breaker. The circuit breaker typically resets after 5 minutes depending on the ambient temperature. The thermal circuit breaker cannot be repaired and must be installed as a unit with the motor/pump assembly. In the event of a hydraulic system failure, the convertible top cannot be operated manually.
Inspection and Verification
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
- Convertible top brackets and frame
- Convertible top latches
- Convertible top pump and motor assembly
- Hydraulic lift cylinders
- Hydraulic lines
- Bussed electrical center (BEC) fuse(s):
- Circuitry
- Convertible top pump and motor assembly
- Convertible top ajar switch
- Convertible top switch
- Connector(s)
- Convertible top raise relay
- Convertible top lower relay
- LH or RH rear power window motor
- Smart junction box (SJB)
- BEC
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, connect the scan tool to the data link connector (DLC) and select the vehicle to be tested from the scan tool menu. If the scan tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
- check that the program card is correctly installed.
- check the connections to the vehicle.
- check the ignition switch position.
- If the scan tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the scan tool operating manual.
- Carry out the scan tool data link test. If the scan tool responds with:
- CAN or ISO circuit fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to Section 418-00 .
- No response/not equipped for SJB; refer to Section 419-10 .
- System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs, and carry out self-test diagnostics for the SJB.
- If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the Smart Junction Box (SJB) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index.
- If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to Symptom Chart .
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Smart Junction Box (SJB) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
DTC
Description
Source
Action
B1141
Convertible Top Full Down Position Switch Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test E .
B1142
Convertible Top Full Up Position Switch Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test E .
B1402
Driver Power Window Down Switch Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
B2068
Convertible Top Up Output Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
B2069
Convertible Top Down Output Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
B2481
Convertible Top Up/Down Switch Fault
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
B2578
Passenger Power Window Down Switch Circuit Failure
SJB
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
All Other DTCs
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SJB
Refer to Section 419-10 .
- Your best bet ,take it to a qualified repair shop !
I have a 1998 z3 and the roof will no longer open and close with the motor. Is there and electrical test function I can perforom at the motor to determine if power is to it?
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