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2009 ACURA RL

3.5L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
6 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0262moderate severityBody

Convertible Top Latch Circuit

on 2009 Acura RL 3.5L V6 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the convertible top latch mechanism or its electrical circuit.

Symptoms

  • Top will not latch at windshield header
  • Top warning light on
  • Wind noise at highway speed
  • Water leak at top edge

Common causes

  • Faulty electric latch motor
  • Latch out of adjustment
  • Wiring to latch damaged
  • Latch mechanism corroded or stuck

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test latch motor with direct power
  2. Inspect latch alignment
  3. Check wiring to latch
  4. Lubricate latch mechanism
  5. Adjust latch striker

Repair notes

Adjust or replace latch mechanism. Lubricate latch components. Repair wiring if damaged.

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