Roadster Top problems - Nissan Corporate wants you to call in and open case

vman12 · 05-25-2019, 07:25 PM

Very interesting fiat218. I just called my nissan dealer. Was told nissan japan has the new fix as a kit. They are now trying to figure out how many kits to send to U.S.

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TJM370ZR · 05-28-2019, 10:06 PM

Fiat 218- If you lawyer up you can get more than that. I took the deal after getting an attorney involved; however mine was a 2010 and a larger payout offer was involved (which I am not allowed to disclose).

I absolutely would not have taken the $5k offer on a 2018 and I think you made the right decision there.

vman12- Again, I hope I am wrong but it sounds like this dealer is just making things up to string you along and hope you forget about your broken top.

bunk · 06-04-2019, 09:17 AM

Vman, I thought you chanaged out the bungee? Like gbhrps, my lid only hits when opening the top, not when closing, and I also hold the top from outside while opening the top using the unlock button on the drivers side door handle.

vman12 · 06-05-2019, 04:32 PM

I actually sit straight in the seat and without looking move my arm back and feel the roof and pull it in. So no need to contourt the body

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They put a brand new roof from factory on it. Same week roof started hitting lid. They then replaced bungees but it didn't fix anything. Waiting on japan to provide a fix.

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vman12 · 06-05-2019, 04:33 PM

My lid hits driver side and middle while opening and closing. Not sure about passenger side.

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High_Octane · 06-10-2019, 01:22 AM

I recently just changed the bungee cords and it solved the problem.
Let's see how long it holds up.

Spoiler · 06-10-2019, 04:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by High_Octane

I recently just changed the bungee cords and it solved the problem.
Let's see how long it holds up.

Glad this worked. And keep us updated...

High_Octane · 06-10-2019, 06:09 AM

Well, for everyone's benefit and those who are not sure what I am talking about, these are the bungees.
Nissan 370Z - How to Replace the Soft Top Bungees

I got sick of the top hitting the cover when opening so decided to try this out.
It solved the problem and I did find out the old bungees were all worn and stretched out. I also found out the previous shop which changed my canvas did not change the bungee cords. Instead, they attempted to tighten it by using thread and sewing the cords so they are shorter.

Another thing to note, my 370Z was a resale unit and when I close the top, I always thought that loud "pop" sound (like when you quickly open a huge umbrella) was normal. It is at the final stage, when the top stretches out just before locking into place.

After these bungees were in, I no longer have that loud "pop" sound... And all these while I thought it was normal!

In my case, there wasn't a need to adjust the arm, which I did sometime back when I started having this problem
Roof hitting the tonneau when opening

Here is the Service manual, which may help.
370z 2012 Repair Manual Roof Section RF-45722

Spoiler · 06-10-2019, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by High_Octane

Well, for everyone's benefit and those who are not sure what I am talking about, these are the bungees.
Nissan 370Z - How to Replace the Soft Top Bungees

I got sick of the top hitting the cover when opening so decided to try this out.
It solved the problem and I did find out the old bungees were all worn and stretched out. I also found out the previous shop which changed my canvas did not change the bungee cords. Instead, they attempted to tighten it by using thread and sewing the cords so they are shorter.

Another thing to note, my 370Z was a resale unit and when I close the top, I always thought that loud "pop" sound (like when you quickly open a huge umbrella) was normal. It is at the final stage, when the top stretches out just before locking into place.

After these bungees were in, I no longer have that loud "pop" sound... And all these while I thought it was normal!

In my case, there wasn't a need to adjust the arm, which I did sometime back when I started having this problem
Roof hitting the tonneau when opening

Here is the Service manual, which may help.
370z 2012 Repair Manual Roof Section RF-45722

Nice info. Thanks for posting this... and I’m certainly glad you got your problem solved...

-Spoiler

370Roadster · 07-11-2019, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by High_Octane

Well, for everyone's benefit and those who are not sure what I am talking about, these are the bungees.
Nissan 370Z - How to Replace the Soft Top Bungees

I got sick of the top hitting the cover when opening so decided to try this out.
It solved the problem and I did find out the old bungees were all worn and stretched out. I also found out the previous shop which changed my canvas did not change the bungee cords. Instead, they attempted to tighten it by using thread and sewing the cords so they are shorter.

Another thing to note, my 370Z was a resale unit and when I close the top, I always thought that loud "pop" sound (like when you quickly open a huge umbrella) was normal. It is at the final stage, when the top stretches out just before locking into place.

After these bungees were in, I no longer have that loud "pop" sound... And all these while I thought it was normal!

In my case, there wasn't a need to adjust the arm, which I did sometime back when I started having this problem
Roof hitting the tonneau when opening

Here is the Service manual, which may help.
370z 2012 Repair Manual Roof Section RF-45722

I am currently having the same problem with my 2012 Z and the dealer said it is due to old age of my car. I have a Gold preferred extended warranty, would it cover this issue? Did you pay out of pocket for your repair? Thanks in advance for your reply.

HillcrestTop · 07-08-2019, 11:06 AM

Hello and thank you again for this post - I called in several weeks ago and they took most information down from me. The only part that the person said he cannot move forward unless I take the car in and have them diagnose it first. I've already done this several times in the past. I guess I'll need to do it again so they can officially put me on the list.

Crossing fingers that FINALLY we get our tops fixed

vman12 · 07-13-2019, 11:27 AM

Yes the nissan gold preferred extended warranty covers all the roof components. They replaced my roof and hydraulics under it.

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Ottomatic · 07-16-2019, 12:02 PM

I have what may be a dumb question, but here goes. I've watched the videos from Top Hydraulics - excellent resource. I did not see any info on the best way to bleed the hydraulic system after repair/replacement of components. Is there a right/best way to bleed the air out of the system?

vman12 · 07-16-2019, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ottomatic

I have what may be a dumb question, but here goes. I've watched the videos from Top Hydraulics - excellent resource. I did not see any info on the best way to bleed the hydraulic system after repair/replacement of components. Is there a right/best way to bleed the air out of the system?

You may want to start a new thread for that question so everyone sees it

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Prodjay10 · 07-17-2019, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ottomatic

I have what may be a dumb question, but here goes. I've watched the videos from Top Hydraulics - excellent resource. I did not see any info on the best way to bleed the hydraulic system after repair/replacement of components. Is there a right/best way to bleed the air out of the system?

The system will self bleed. Just make it go up or down and add fluid as needed. A couple times will probably do it.

05-25-2019, 07:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
vman12 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: OH Posts: 88 Drives: '14 370z roadster M6 Rep Power: 1065	Very interesting fiat218. I just called my nissan dealer. Was told nissan japan has the new fix as a kit. They are now trying to figure out how many kits to send to U.S. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk HEFFAE likes this.

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bunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,077 Drives: 2010 370z Roadster Rep Power: 2684370	Vman, I thought you chanaged out the bungee? Like gbhrps, my lid only hits when opening the top, not when closing, and I also hold the top from outside while opening the top using the unlock button on the drivers side door handle. vman12 likes this. __________________ -Drop in K&N Filter -Invidia Gemini CBE -Z1 Oil Cooler -Swift Springs - EcuTek -Forgestar F14 -SPL Camber Links -Akebono BBK Upgrade -Z1 Premium SS Lines -SPL Diff Bushings -SPL FUCAs - BellRaceworks Diff Brace

06-10-2019, 06:09 AM	#8 (permalink)
High_Octane Base Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 44 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 3386	Well, for everyone's benefit and those who are not sure what I am talking about, these are the bungees. Nissan 370Z - How to Replace the Soft Top Bungees I got sick of the top hitting the cover when opening so decided to try this out. It solved the problem and I did find out the old bungees were all worn and stretched out. I also found out the previous shop which changed my canvas did not change the bungee cords. Instead, they attempted to tighten it by using thread and sewing the cords so they are shorter. Another thing to note, my 370Z was a resale unit and when I close the top, I always thought that loud "pop" sound (like when you quickly open a huge umbrella) was normal. It is at the final stage, when the top stretches out just before locking into place. After these bungees were in, I no longer have that loud "pop" sound... And all these while I thought it was normal! In my case, there wasn't a need to adjust the arm, which I did sometime back when I started having this problem Roof hitting the tonneau when opening Here is the Service manual, which may help. 370z 2012 Repair Manual Roof Section RF-45722 Godzirra, LennyK, bunk and 2 others like this. Last edited by High_Octane; 06-10-2019 at 06:30 AM.

07-08-2019, 11:06 AM	#11 (permalink)
HillcrestTop Base Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: San Diego Posts: 17 Drives: Nissan 370Z Touring Rep Power: 8	Hello and thank you again for this post - I called in several weeks ago and they took most information down from me. The only part that the person said he cannot move forward unless I take the car in and have them diagnose it first. I've already done this several times in the past. I guess I'll need to do it again so they can officially put me on the list. Crossing fingers that FINALLY we get our tops fixed vman12 likes this.

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05-28-2019, 10:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
TJM370ZR Base Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 42 Drives: 10 370 RoadsterPW M6 Rep Power: 9	Fiat 218- If you lawyer up you can get more than that. I took the deal after getting an attorney involved; however mine was a 2010 and a larger payout offer was involved (which I am not allowed to disclose). I absolutely would not have taken the $5k offer on a 2018 and I think you made the right decision there. vman12- Again, I hope I am wrong but it sounds like this dealer is just making things up to string you along and hope you forget about your broken top.

06-05-2019, 04:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
vman12 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: OH Posts: 88 Drives: '14 370z roadster M6 Rep Power: 1065	I actually sit straight in the seat and without looking move my arm back and feel the roof and pull it in. So no need to contourt the body . They put a brand new roof from factory on it. Same week roof started hitting lid. They then replaced bungees but it didn't fix anything. Waiting on japan to provide a fix. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

06-05-2019, 04:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
vman12 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: OH Posts: 88 Drives: '14 370z roadster M6 Rep Power: 1065	My lid hits driver side and middle while opening and closing. Not sure about passenger side. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

06-10-2019, 01:22 AM	#6 (permalink)
High_Octane Base Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 44 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 3386	I recently just changed the bungee cords and it solved the problem. Let's see how long it holds up.

07-13-2019, 11:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
vman12 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: OH Posts: 88 Drives: '14 370z roadster M6 Rep Power: 1065	Yes the nissan gold preferred extended warranty covers all the roof components. They replaced my roof and hydraulics under it. Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

07-16-2019, 12:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
Ottomatic Base Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Alabama Posts: 4 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 9	I have what may be a dumb question, but here goes. I've watched the videos from Top Hydraulics - excellent resource. I did not see any info on the best way to bleed the hydraulic system after repair/replacement of components. Is there a right/best way to bleed the air out of the system?