Only Manual Of Top Possible

Ssvertlife · 08-01-2020, 05:27 PM

Hey I have a 2017 Convertible camaro and I been getting the message “only manual operation of top possible”. Do y’all know the cause or the fix for this? The top won’t go down at all.

ember1205 · 08-02-2020, 11:35 AM

Might be helpful if you could post any details of any troubleshooting you've already done, when it occurred, what else might have been going on leading up to that time, etc.

First thing that comes to mind is to check the trunk partition and make sure it's attached in place correctly then verify that the trunk is closed and the car doesn't think it's open.

Ssvertlife · 08-02-2020, 11:39 AM

Hey I double checked the partition divider and it’s in the correct position. Usually when it’s not in the right area I get a different error code on the screen. Now it’s just saying “only manual of top possible” when I click the convertible button either direction. I also noticed when I try to pop the truck now it says “top not secure” put it won’t let me secure the top. I’m confused on what made it start doing that

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Originally Posted by ember1205

Might be helpful if you could post any details of any troubleshooting you've already done, when it occurred, what else might have been going on leading up to that time, etc.

First thing that comes to mind is to check the trunk partition and make sure it's attached in place correctly then verify that the trunk is closed and the car doesn't think it's open.

ember1205 · 08-02-2020, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Ssvertlife

Hey I double checked the partition divider and it’s in the correct position. Usually when it’s not in the right area I get a different error code on the screen. Now it’s just saying “only manual of top possible” when I click the convertible button either direction. I also noticed when I try to pop the truck now it says “top not secure” put it won’t let me secure the top. I’m confused on what made it start doing that

It sounds like you're stuck in somewhere in a "loop" of sorts... Use the key to open the trunk and check for anything that might be blocking a sensor or anything in the trunk area. Manually close the top all the way (instructions in the owner's manual). Then you can maybe try again?

Otherwise, sounds like a trip to the dealer to at least read the specific code that it's throwing is in order.

Ssvertlife · 08-02-2020, 11:47 AM

Yup I’m going to play around with again today. Thank god the top is in the almost closed position and not stuck wayyyy back in the trunk lol

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Originally Posted by ember1205

It sounds like you're stuck in somewhere in a "loop" of sorts... Use the key to open the trunk and check for anything that might be blocking a sensor or anything in the trunk area. Manually close the top all the way (instructions in the owner's manual). Then you can maybe try again?

Otherwise, sounds like a trip to the dealer to at least read the specific code that it's throwing is in order.

Gunkk · 08-02-2020, 12:26 PM

Disconnect the negative battery terminal for 20+ mins. No guarantees but worth a shot.

Ssvertlife · 08-02-2020, 01:47 PM

Yup tried that and got the same result. I think I seen you on one of the other threads. Did you have that issue before?

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Originally Posted by Gunkk

Disconnect the negative battery terminal for 20+ mins. No guarantees but worth a shot.

GroundhogSS · 08-02-2020, 02:46 PM

Had that problem when I replaced the battery. There is a top position sensor behind the battery on part of the top mechanism. The plug is easily knocked off the sensor when you are putting a new battery. I did that last year. :(

Ssvertlife · 08-02-2020, 02:52 PM

Is it like a plug and play sensor and is it easily reached?

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Originally Posted by GroundhogSS

Had that problem when I replaced the battery. There is a top position sensor behind the battery on part of the top mechanism. The plug is easily knocked off the sensor when you are putting a new battery. I did that last year. :(

drfeelgood · 08-02-2020, 04:13 PM

I know you looked, and that usually you get a different code, but have you tried removing the partition divider, and replacing it again. worth a try

GroundhogSS · 08-02-2020, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Ssvertlife

Is it like a plug and play sensor and is it easily reached?

It's behind the battery. I ended up taking it to the dealer before I learned about the sensor.

ember1205 · 08-03-2020, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by GroundhogSS

It's behind the battery. I ended up taking it to the dealer before I learned about the sensor.

Behind as in between the battery and the rear bumper?

Or behind as in between the battery and the rear seat?

Nitefall17 · 08-03-2020, 08:32 AM

Right above the battery , with 2 yellow wires.
It would be right behind the tail light....

GroundhogSS · 08-03-2020, 01:49 PM

Yeah, between the battery and the fender, I think.

08-01-2020, 05:27 PM	#1
Ssvertlife Drives: 2017 Silver SS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Atlanta Posts: 41	Only Manual Of Top Possible Hey I have a 2017 Convertible camaro and I been getting the message “only manual operation of top possible”. Do y’all know the cause or the fix for this? The top won’t go down at all.

08-02-2020, 02:46 PM	#8
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,931	Had that problem when I replaced the battery. There is a top position sensor behind the battery on part of the top mechanism. The plug is easily knocked off the sensor when you are putting a new battery. I did that last year. :( __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

08-02-2020, 04:13 PM	#10
drfeelgood Drives: 2017 ZL1 Convertible A10 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: San Gabriel, CA Posts: 992	I know you looked, and that usually you get a different code, but have you tried removing the partition divider, and replacing it again. worth a try __________________ '17 White ZL1 A10 Convertible - TM ported TB - RotoFab CAI - 2.3" griptech upper pulley - Kooks 1 7/8" Headers with High Flow Cats - Borla S-type Catback - Audio Overhaul - NavTV M650-GM - 20" BlackDiForza- Michelin Pilot Sport4S - Tuned at BRC Raceworks (606rwhp/675trq) '14 CTS-V Coupe - ZL1 lid - Ported TB - Ported Snout - AirRad CAI - 8.66" lower - 2.55" upper- Greenbelt - SW Headers - SW Catback - Varimax Intercooler Pump - Track Attack Intercooler-Tuned at BRC Raceworks (551rwhp/516trq) '17 Maserati Levante- STOCK

08-03-2020, 01:49 PM	#14
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,931	Yeah, between the battery and the fender, I think. __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

08-02-2020, 11:35 AM	#2
ember1205 Hot Camaro Drives: '20 2SS Convertible 6MT Join Date: May 2020 Location: CT Posts: 3,534	Might be helpful if you could post any details of any troubleshooting you've already done, when it occurred, what else might have been going on leading up to that time, etc. First thing that comes to mind is to check the trunk partition and make sure it's attached in place correctly then verify that the trunk is closed and the car doesn't think it's open.

08-02-2020, 12:26 PM	#6
Gunkk Thank you Al Oppenheiser! Drives: Red Hot A10 ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 4,973 View My Garage	Disconnect the negative battery terminal for 20+ mins. No guarantees but worth a shot.

08-03-2020, 08:32 AM	#13
Nitefall17 Drives: Camaro 1SS A8 Vert Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Tx Posts: 303	Right above the battery , with 2 yellow wires. It would be right behind the tail light....

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