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mbzex.com · 04-08-2008, 09:41 AM

Hello all,

I am a Mercedes technician who is attempting to repair my sister's '97 Boxster. The convertible top motor on the left side is rotating and raising the left side of the top, however, the right side motor is not moving at all, causing the top to twist. A few questions......

Do these motors typically fail? Is there a seperate relay for each side motor?
Also, to replace the motor if that is the failure, do any of the interior panels have to come off to remove and replace it?

I appreciate any help! And if any of you may have Mercedes questions, please feel free to ask!

Thank you,

Tony

04-08-2008, 09:41 AM	#1
mbzex.com Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 2	Help! Mercedes Technician needs Porsche Guidance! Hello all, I am a Mercedes technician who is attempting to repair my sister's '97 Boxster. The convertible top motor on the left side is rotating and raising the left side of the top, however, the right side motor is not moving at all, causing the top to twist. A few questions...... Do these motors typically fail? Is there a seperate relay for each side motor? Also, to replace the motor if that is the failure, do any of the interior panels have to come off to remove and replace it? I appreciate any help! And if any of you may have Mercedes questions, please feel free to ask! Thank you, Tony