kosson Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 my 2006 350z roadster will open and close the roof but the rear lock will not pull the roof closed so there is a large gap under the rear window. I knew it was too soon in the year to open it but I took a chance. The roof took two or three attempts to fold into its compartment but when i tried closing it I nearly cried. no way would it lock in place. the rear lock kinda sucks it into the lid and it seals perfectly, well it did before this. I found a nissan service bulletin online which said to adjust the 5th bow motor auto closure cable. I did this as instructed and amazingly it still didnt close. I am now very worried and seeking expert advice from you clever people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetSet Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 I would grease all of the joints before you hit the panic button. Ours did the same the first time we opened it back in 2012 and after a good greasing it closed properly. Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Your issue may be down to cold weather conditions. Run your engine for about 30mins with the heater full on to generate plenty heat in the cabin and then try again. Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosson Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 i tried pushing the hood down but it seems very stiff. what is the best grease to use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetSet Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 I used a multi purpose white grease I got from Halfords. Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Do not force it as you will cause irreparable damage. And a new roof canvas and frame is circa £5000.00 Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosson Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 i will get some tomorrow and go at it straight away. I did try heating the cabin for far more than 30 minutes and even put in a dehumidifier overnight in the hope of making the fabric as light as possible but it is really taut and not one bit flexible. our climate is not exactly suitable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC350Z Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 or silicon spray should work too but as some one else said get it warm if posible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC350Z Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 also sure there is a guide to close manualy some where but means diconnecting motors etc some one else had same issuie after christmas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosson Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 what is the best method of cleaning the fabric? we have many trees in our property and the fabric tends to attract that green dusty stuff and general car washing doesnt seem to remove it entirely. I never knew a convertible would take such minding but as i was told i can never ride motor bikes again i decided this was the way to go. i do enjoy the drives in the limited sunshine which make it all worth while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosson Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 thanks for all the advice, i will get the grease tomorrow and would love to know how to close it manually in case I ever needed to know. Hopefully the greasing will sort the problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC350Z Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 what is the best method of cleaning the fabric? we have many trees in our property and the fabric tends to attract that green dusty stuff and general car washing doesnt seem to remove it entirely. I never knew a convertible would take such minding but as i was told i can never ride motor bikes again i decided this was the way to go. i do enjoy the drives in the limited sunshine which make it all worth while. I use auto glym you get cleaner and sponge plus after care protect spray that protects the roof and keeps it water proof Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilMH Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I also use the Autoglym kit...I use the protector about every 3 months. Mine lives outside but is still in very good nick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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