It is both, an electric motor runs a hydraulic pump.
You can add hydraulic fluid to Porsche convertible top motor by popping open your engine hood and then pouring the hydraulic fluid into the appropriate compartment.
there isn't one! Its an electric motor driving 2 cables..behind rear seat
The convertible top motor uses automatic transmission fluid.The convertible top motor uses automatic transmission fluid.
Where is the hydraulic reservoir for 1988 Chysler Lebaron convertible top?
there is a rubber plug on the top portion of the motor .remove the plug,fill and put plug back on
I is not really a motor, it is an electric hydraulc pump, it is located under the rear part of the top on one of the sides of the car Usually behind the rear upholstery panel (where the rear passenger door would be if it was a 4 door car), if you cannot find it, follow the cables on the inside of the convertible top frame until you get to the actuating cylinder, you will find a long hydraulic cylinder under the rear of the top, follow the hoses.
in the trunk remove battery cover. the top pump motor is on the top-remove the plug in the resovoir and fill with green dragons blood.
For a 1969 Barracuda convertible top motor, it is recommended to use automatic transmission fluid (ATF), typically Type F or Dexron. This fluid acts as both lubricant and hydraulic fluid for the motor's operation. Always check the owner's manual for any specific manufacturer recommendations or updates.
The hydraulic reservoir for the CLK 320 convertible top is located in the trunk of the vehicle, typically on the driver's side. It is part of the convertible top's hydraulic system, which operates the raising and lowering of the roof. To access it, you may need to remove any trunk liners or covers that obstruct the view of the reservoir.
ConvertibleYou need to get to the motor that operates the top and disconnect thre drive from the top, then you can lift it by hand. Just remove hydraulic oil from conv. top motor and you can operate top by hand. worked for me for years
The relay could be bad. Replace it. It's cheap. Also, try topping off the hydraulic fluid in the motor. Beyond that, the motor may be bad.
the convert top motor is in the trunk behind the vinyl top collector or the vinyl top shoot. you cant miss it.