Vario Roof Problems

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Vario roof problems.

Carsoft 7 4 can access the vario roof module through pin 20 on a 38pin connector using the vd digital test would also be available on obd11 connector via breakout box pin unknown vario roof codes bi000 multi function control unit n10 3 faulty replace n10 3 bi0i0 voltage terminal 30e 10 v bi0ii voltage terminal 30e 15 bi0i6 terminal 31a missing front power windows and inside light not functioning. If the controller senses that one component isn t working it can cancel the whole job of lowering or raising the roof. This cylinder is located under the front edge of the roof on the mercedes benz r230 r170 and r171 chassis and on the ferrari 360 and 430 spider. This hardtop is operated by pulling up on a switch to open it or pressing the switch down to close it.

The vario roof front latch cylinder repair can be a time consuming job. Ripping and creaking noises in driving can also be transmitted to the vario roof through the vehicle shell or loose threaded connections of assembly parts e g. If you cannot get the hardtop to work and the switch indicator light is flashing it may be jammed. However the top can be a huge headache when it doesn t work as intended.

I replaced the five vario roof hydraulic rams and tried to shoot a video of the process at the same time. A jammed hardtop can be fixed by following a reset procedure. Mercedes benz 230 slk roof hydraulics v1 on vimeo join. Dry dirty seals at the vario roof are the most common cause for cracking and ripping noises while driving.