2008 Volvo C70 T5 convertible. Had roof half way open about 2 hours to do headliner repair. Upon trying to reclose the roof, the electronics would...

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Hello Denito

How are you doing? Can you access the car at the moment? As a first course of action, I strongly suggest that you remove the negative battery connector and let it sit for 5 minutes before reconnecting it. Try to operate the top again and see how it goes. Sometimes the reset resolve the issue. I'll be standing by for your response. Thank you. 

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Relly

Thanks for your response Denito. There are few things to look at in here and is the roof motor. Please observe if it makes a motion sound during the activation. If it does then it can be good but it doesn't mean that it's not the fault. The motor may not be operating normally that's why it stops at some point. Another thing to look at is the limit switch, it's what makes the roof motor stop when the roof reaches it's limit of operation. If the limit switch is faulty, the roof may not go up or down properly because it can be sensing that it has reached the motor's limit even if it's not. In this case the limit switch must be replaced. 

Below is what the limit switch looks like.

The limit switch will cost atleast $120 but it can be cheaper on the yard near you. Hopefully the reset works so you can cut the expense. Hope this helps Denito. Is there anything else I can add or help you with? 

Relly

I don't have the one from 2008s but heres a pic of the 2000s. It's pretty much have the same location.

I strongly suggest that you take it to a reputable shop with a volvo scanner to determine which of the limit/micro switches is failing to avoid throwing parts Denito.

Dear Denito, It was a pleasure helping you with your VOLVO issue today. Here is a summary of the resolution.

Issue identified : Top will not close
Solution Implemented : Chat and called Denito. Discussed the problem and possible solutions. Hopefully battery reset will do the trick to cut the cost. If issue persist, adviced to take it in to a reputable shop to know the micro/limit switch that will require replacement. Solution Accepted
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