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2004 KIA AMANTI

3.5L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor476Torque4920Fluid6DTC734Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
B0261low severityBody

Convertible Top Position Sensor

on 2004 Kia Amanti 3.5L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The convertible top position sensor is not reporting valid data, preventing automatic top operation.

Symptoms

  • Top auto-open/close not working
  • Top stops at random positions
  • Must manually assist top movement
  • Control module error

Common causes

  • Faulty position sensor
  • Sensor wiring damage
  • Sensor misaligned
  • Control module needs recalibration

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check position sensor output
  2. Inspect sensor alignment
  3. Test wiring
  4. Attempt recalibration procedure

Repair notes

Replace or realign position sensor. Recalibrate top control module.

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