C70: - C70 roof problems how to manually bring the roof down

Summerdunc · Jun 10th, 2015, 11:57

Hi all
looking for some help on my c70 with a none working roof, I am about to take to a Volvo specialist to have a look and diagnose it, but he has said that the roof needs to be in the open position, and to save a few quip I want to try this, so if anybody has done this please can they give me some pointers, as I have seen the the way too put the roof up,
is it just the reverse to get it down? As I have nothing on the switch to even part way get it open.

Thx Duncan

colwyn · Jun 10th, 2015, 15:09

Find the motor and either short it to get it working or remove the motor and try and fold it back

Spawned66 · Jun 10th, 2015, 17:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by colwyn

Find the motor and either short it to get it working or remove the motor and try and fold it back

DON'T do this!!!!

You can manually open or close the roof. Open the boot and you will see the slots to use the tools. If you have your manual it explains how to do this, if not go online to find it. The hand tool to do this is a bit slow, but if you have a drill driver with the correct bit you can speed it up, just make sure you use the unlock tool first.

Let us know how you get on.

I just spoke to a friend and he paid £70 just for 1 micro switch, kind of expensive.

krussel · Jun 10th, 2015, 17:56

Agree. DONT force anything or go trying to short any motors out as you will end up costing yourself £1000's

Here is the proper guide.

Spawned66 · Jun 10th, 2015, 17:59

Thanks Krussel,

I was at work and couldn't find my PDF manual. Nice one.

happy diver · Jun 10th, 2015, 23:33

Which model car do you have
Your Vulva specialist is hiding their ignorance with lies, or just lying
The roof does not need to be down for OBD analysis
What about the silver metal fuse thing, in the relay panel under the dash

Tannaton · Jun 11th, 2015, 10:06

As has been said - there is no need to lower the roof to do diagnostics.

When you press the button - do you get a flashing red LED and a beep? If not check the fuse. If so the ECU is stopping the roof operation which can be down to a number of common reasons or a system fault (microswitch etc).

- Check the boot lid is closed and switch working (does the boot light go out?)

- Check handbrake switch - do you get a handbrake light on the dash when it's on?

- Check rear heated window is off

- Probably obvious but car must be < 4 kmph

You can read the fault codes and the sensor/switch status from the roof ECU with VIDA but to do any programming or re-caliberation the old Volvo Scan Tool needs to be used. And indie may not have this, you should check first as it is pretty much essential if programming is required.

colwyn · Jun 12th, 2015, 21:58

Oh man, well you learn something new. I suppose it like manually opening a leccy sunroof

Storky · Jan 6th, 2019, 09:12

Hello. I am new to this forum stuff, but hope you can help. I have a W reg year 2000 Volvo C70 2.3 T5 Auto. The roof has stopped working, I have read your thread but have NO IDEA where to find the fuse or relays you mention , I have no power to the switch as it does nothing, either beep, buzz or light up. Please please can you help as I can’t find anything in the manual, and can’t find a Haynes manual that covers the convertable I have. Thanks. Paul

flaggy · Jan 6th, 2019, 13:29

I have sent you a PM but as you are new you probably cant answer , I will PM you my mobile.

Jun 10th, 2015, 11:57	#1
Summerdunc New Member Last Online: Aug 9th, 2015 16:54 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Wolverhampton	C70 roof problems how to manually bring the roof down Hi all looking for some help on my c70 with a none working roof, I am about to take to a Volvo specialist to have a look and diagnose it, but he has said that the roof needs to be in the open position, and to save a few quip I want to try this, so if anybody has done this please can they give me some pointers, as I have seen the the way too put the roof up, is it just the reverse to get it down? As I have nothing on the switch to even part way get it open. Thx Duncan

Jun 10th, 2015, 15:09	#2
colwyn Resident Ejit Last Online: Feb 19th, 2024 09:05 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Skelmersdale	Find the motor and either short it to get it working or remove the motor and try and fold it back __________________ 96' 855 GLT auto 2.5 10v in dark olive pearl 97' Omega GLS auto 2.0 16v in oyster ABS controller problems, give me a shout

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krussel Premier Member Last Online: Apr 28th, 2023 19:21 Join Date: May 2013 Location: hertfordshire	Agree. DONT force anything or go trying to short any motors out as you will end up costing yourself £1000's Here is the proper guide. __________________ 2005 C70 2.4 GT Conv (LP Turbo) 2008 Seat Ibiza FR 1.9 Tdi "When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car". Last edited by krussel; Jun 10th, 2015 at 17:59.

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happy diver Active Member Moment Last Online: Apr 29th, 2023 05:58 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brisbane: perfect for one day, asleep the rest	Which model car do you have Your Vulva specialist is hiding their ignorance with lies, or just lying The roof does not need to be down for OBD analysis What about the silver metal fuse thing, in the relay panel under the dash __________________ 20,000 leagues under the sea diving to adventure in a silent world with my ceiling the waves...Emile

Jun 11th, 2015, 10:06	#7
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 20:55 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	As has been said - there is no need to lower the roof to do diagnostics. When you press the button - do you get a flashing red LED and a beep? If not check the fuse. If so the ECU is stopping the roof operation which can be down to a number of common reasons or a system fault (microswitch etc). - Check the boot lid is closed and switch working (does the boot light go out?) - Check handbrake switch - do you get a handbrake light on the dash when it's on? - Check rear heated window is off - Probably obvious but car must be < 4 kmph You can read the fault codes and the sensor/switch status from the roof ECU with VIDA but to do any programming or re-caliberation the old Volvo Scan Tool needs to be used. And indie may not have this, you should check first as it is pretty much essential if programming is required. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135 Last edited by Tannaton; Jun 11th, 2015 at 10:14.

Jun 10th, 2015, 17:59	#5
Spawned66 Member Last Online: Apr 21st, 2024 18:53 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Winslow, Buckinghamshire	Thanks Krussel, I was at work and couldn't find my PDF manual. Nice one.

Jun 12th, 2015, 21:58	#8
colwyn Resident Ejit Last Online: Feb 19th, 2024 09:05 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Skelmersdale	Oh man, well you learn something new. I suppose it like manually opening a leccy sunroof __________________ 96' 855 GLT auto 2.5 10v in dark olive pearl 97' Omega GLS auto 2.0 16v in oyster ABS controller problems, give me a shout

Jan 6th, 2019, 09:12	#9
Storky New Member Last Online: Jan 9th, 2019 08:32 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Norwich	Hello. I am new to this forum stuff, but hope you can help. I have a W reg year 2000 Volvo C70 2.3 T5 Auto. The roof has stopped working, I have read your thread but have NO IDEA where to find the fuse or relays you mention , I have no power to the switch as it does nothing, either beep, buzz or light up. Please please can you help as I can’t find anything in the manual, and can’t find a Haynes manual that covers the convertable I have. Thanks. Paul

Jan 6th, 2019, 13:29	#10
flaggy Master Member Last Online: Today 16:48 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: norwich	I have sent you a PM but as you are new you probably cant answer , I will PM you my mobile.

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