Can I manually raise or lower a power convertible top that's stuck?

Question

In the event the motor that powers the top fails, how do I latch it back into place until it can be repaired. Also, what type of cost can I expect to have the motor replaced (95 Firebird)?

Answer 1

I am not familiar with the Firebird, however, both of the convertibles I have owned had a release that disconnected the operator and allowed you to manually lift the top. It should be in your owners manual.



Best I can do:

Yours:; Grumpy

Answer 2

I would not raise it and lower it because you are going to make or break something more then what is already wrong. Ask around because you can put a new top on it for $300 so the motor should not be that much. Just do not go to the dealership.

Answer 3

My Chrysler 95 Lebarron Convertibe's Top is always getting stuck, and yes it's hard to manually pull it up and down. You need usually 2 ppl to do it.