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2016 JEEP WRANGLER

3.6L V64WDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0260moderate severityBody

Convertible Top Motor Circuit

on 2016 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 · 4WD

What this code means

Malfunction in the convertible/retractable top motor circuit. The top does not open or close.

Symptoms

  • Convertible top does not move
  • Top stops mid-cycle
  • Motor runs but top does not move
  • Hydraulic pump running without top movement

Common causes

  • Faulty top motor or hydraulic pump
  • Low hydraulic fluid
  • Hydraulic line leak
  • Mechanical latch not releasing
  • Top switch failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check convertible top fluid level
  2. Test top switch
  3. Listen for motor/pump operation
  4. Check hydraulic lines for leaks
  5. Verify latches are releasing

Repair notes

Check hydraulic fluid level first. Replace motor/pump or repair hydraulic leaks.

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