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96 960 Mar 28, 2013 07:09 AM

Tools to manually open roof
 
I know the answer has got to be on this forum but I can't find it. My 2002 C70 does not have the tools to open or close the convertible top manually. I know I can use a large flat head screwdriver to unlock the mechanism but what can I use to crank the cover open? Is there an Allen wrench or something that can be used? Does it have to be metric? I need to know what to ask for at the hardware or auto parts store. I've been looking for the Volvo tools online without success. The local Volvo dealer was a waste. Any advice??

ES6T Mar 28, 2013 03:22 PM

I think its just a torx, but I don't remember the size. Probably either a T25 or T35.

PPower Mar 31, 2023 10:17 AM

[QUOTE=96 960;347854]I know the answer has got to be on this forum but I can't find it. My 2002 C70 does not have the tools to open or close the convertible top manually. I know I can use a large flat head screwdriver to unlock the mechanism but what can I use to crank the cover open? Is there an Allen wrench or something that can be used? Does it have to be metric? I need to know what to ask for at the hardware or auto parts store. I've been looking for the Volvo tools online without success. The local Volvo dealer was a waste. Any advice??



PPower Mar 31, 2023 10:20 AM

I have the same issue. I don't know what tools to get. Also, do you know if it's a difficult job to open and close it manually?

hoonk Mar 31, 2023 10:57 AM

Here's instructions and what the tools look like. Can't tell if that's an allen or a torx - the triangle tool is used like a screwdriver - turn to put the electric gearbox in "neutral" to allow the allen/torx to be turned.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...93ae6cb23e.jpg
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...6ce5bfe62b.jpg
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...01478dfa7b.jpg

PPower Apr 1, 2023 02:30 AM


Originally Posted by hoonk (Post 522739)
Here's instructions and what the tools look like. Can't tell if that's an allen or a torx - the triangle tool is used like a screwdriver - turn to put the electric gearbox in "neutral" to allow the allen/torx to be turned.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...93ae6cb23e.jpg
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...6ce5bfe62b.jpg
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/volvofo...01478dfa7b.jpg

Much appreciated hoonk


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