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Fiat 500 - Video tutorial

Model: Fiat 500 312 - Years 2007-2023
Part: Soft top
Operation: How to identify the problem of a Fiat 500 convertible top that does not close completely.

In this video, we see that there were problems with the folding mechanism of the Fiat 500 convertible, which couldn't close completely. The YouTuber then disassembled the mechanism in order to access the roof rewinding area where there are some fins, which are indicated and where a visible pin should slide upwards and stop behind a stopper. However, to close it, it was necessary to lift the entire mechanism, which is fine if you need to close it in an emergency situation, but if you need to close it normally, it's not good, the stopper must be adjusted so that it slides upwards, so that the pin slides and stops behind the stopper, it must not jump over it. By sliding the mechanism several times and then reading the comments, we discovered that the pin must be reinserted into its socket and in this way the roof not only closes completely but also has no difficulty in opening.


Posted on 16 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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Handbrake adjustment on Ford Ecosport

First remove the plastic profile at the base of the gear lever. To do this, slightly widen the side edges and carefully lift it to release it. There is no need to remove it completely, just move it forward to avoid bother. Now remove the plastic center console around the handbrake by first working from the rear to release it and lifting it until the brake lever passes. Also in this case it is not necessary to remove it completely but, paying attention to the connected cables, it can be stowed in front of the passenger seat. At this point we notice that at the base of the handbrake lever, on the front, we find a nut. By acting on it, with a 10 wrench, we can adjust the brake force, increasing it by turning the nut clockwise, or decreasing it by turning it counterclockwise. Once adjusted, the center console can be repositioned first, pressing lightly to engage it, and then the profile of the gearbox base.

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