B0260moderate severityBody
Convertible Top Motor Circuit
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
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
- Check convertible top fluid level
- Test top switch
- Listen for motor/pump operation
- Check hydraulic lines for leaks
- Verify latches are releasing
Repair notes
Check hydraulic fluid level first. Replace motor/pump or repair hydraulic leaks.
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