how to tell if top motor is working

Asked by Freddybjr123 Jun 13, 2013 at 07:47 PM about the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL 320

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

How do you tell if the convertible top motor is good?

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all right try raising the top how the top is supposed to go up with the buton. if you hear a thumping noise and nothing goes or down the motor is shot.

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The motor may not be shot! check the wiring and fuses before investing in a motor.

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