Roadster Roof Problem
Discussion
Hi V8 Roadster owners.
Last year, I allowed the battery in my car to drain, with the result that, when it was re-charged, the roof refused to open and I got a dash message telling me I had to stop before operating the roof. Fortunately, the car was due for a service and the dealer fixed the problem at the same time.
Now, the problem has recurred, despite the fact that the battery is on a trickle charger whenever the car isn't being driven. The dealer tells me there is no customer fix (like resetting the window drop, for example), but my experience is that dealers don't always know everything about the cars they sell. Has anyone else had the same issue and, more importantly, does anyone know how to fix it? My car is in the south of France, miles (or kilometers) from any dealer - although it won't be too much of a hardship if I have to drive to Bordeaux or Cannes!
Last year, I allowed the battery in my car to drain, with the result that, when it was re-charged, the roof refused to open and I got a dash message telling me I had to stop before operating the roof. Fortunately, the car was due for a service and the dealer fixed the problem at the same time.
Now, the problem has recurred, despite the fact that the battery is on a trickle charger whenever the car isn't being driven. The dealer tells me there is no customer fix (like resetting the window drop, for example), but my experience is that dealers don't always know everything about the cars they sell. Has anyone else had the same issue and, more importantly, does anyone know how to fix it? My car is in the south of France, miles (or kilometers) from any dealer - although it won't be too much of a hardship if I have to drive to Bordeaux or Cannes!
okay there are a few thing that you can try first of all battery voltage has to be above 9 volts, secondly make sure boot is shut, third front door windows upper and lower values have to have set, try resetting as per manual, ie send completely down and hold for about 5 secs should hear an audible click send fully up and hold again for 5 secs, then retry hood, should lower in key position 1 or 2 note car should be stationary, if this does not work try battery reset switch, then reset windows and try again,
if this does not work then here is a sensor fault and will require repair by dealer or specialist
if this does not work then here is a sensor fault and will require repair by dealer or specialist
Rick, you clearly know what you are talking about (had a look at your website), perhaps you can answer another question? I've driven a 4.7 and consider the engine to be what should have been in the V8V from day 1. However, the worst thing about the 4.3 is the 'relaxed' throttle response - can anything be done about it in isolation (i.e. without paying £££££££££ for up-grade packages)?
Cheers.
Glyn
Cheers.
Glyn
hi, re throttle response first cleaning throttle flap really easy job can improve it is done normally at the 4 year 40000 mile service, but i would recommend making sure it is done every service,
Outside this there are a few companies who offer remapping on the Astons, This is not something we do or intend to do, the reason for this is the mixed reports some good some disastrous, this would void any warranty, it would need careful research on the benefits and risks,
there is a power upgrade for the 4.3 which is a genuine aston martin upgrade so fully researched and tested and depending where you have it done is between about £2400 and £3000
hope this helps
Outside this there are a few companies who offer remapping on the Astons, This is not something we do or intend to do, the reason for this is the mixed reports some good some disastrous, this would void any warranty, it would need careful research on the benefits and risks,
there is a power upgrade for the 4.3 which is a genuine aston martin upgrade so fully researched and tested and depending where you have it done is between about £2400 and £3000
hope this helps
hi as it is something that i personally have not got involved in, i have read many articles and seen loads of claims of the bhp gains etc, just altering tyre pressures the air temperature, and loads of other factors can alter the bhp on a day to day the difference between being in a valley to being on top of a hill a wet day to a dry day, who calibrates these rolling roads, secondly from what i understand the files are downloaded from your car manipulated and then reflashed, who does the testing, there are people who know exactly what there doing and usually come from a race background so they have invested thousands in development and usually specialise in a single marque ie in the aston world (prodrive), where the majority in my opinion do not have this experience or test extensively on the cars, what happens if something goes wrong, i know the professionals stand by there work, i am also sure that others don't blaming other aspects, driver abuse, it's been over revved etc,
This is purely my opinion there will be the few who take great pride and care in what they do, but as with most things there will be others who are just in it for the quick money and don't really care or know what they are doing not actually altering the files themselves.
all i would say is research carefully, make sure there backup is as good as they state and where was the development done, this goes really with any make of car, i have seen a tyre company locally who do chip tuning, and the kit can be bought on ebay.
alternatively go with the dealer or manufacturer upgrades that have been proven or someone like prodrive, dealers and specialists can carry out many upgrades which have been develeped just for Aston Martin's
if i have been misinformed or have misinterpreted such articles which have come from suppliers of the equipment and other technical documents, then i am always willing to learn and alter my opinion if found wrong,
This is purely my opinion there will be the few who take great pride and care in what they do, but as with most things there will be others who are just in it for the quick money and don't really care or know what they are doing not actually altering the files themselves.
all i would say is research carefully, make sure there backup is as good as they state and where was the development done, this goes really with any make of car, i have seen a tyre company locally who do chip tuning, and the kit can be bought on ebay.
alternatively go with the dealer or manufacturer upgrades that have been proven or someone like prodrive, dealers and specialists can carry out many upgrades which have been develeped just for Aston Martin's
if i have been misinformed or have misinterpreted such articles which have come from suppliers of the equipment and other technical documents, then i am always willing to learn and alter my opinion if found wrong,
rick-dms- said:
okay there are a few thing that you can try first of all battery voltage has to be above 9 volts, secondly make sure boot is shut, third front door windows upper and lower values have to have set, try resetting as per manual, ie send completely down and hold for about 5 secs should hear an audible click send fully up and hold again for 5 secs, then retry hood, should lower in key position 1 or 2 note car should be stationary, if this does not work try battery reset switch, then reset windows and try again,
if this does not work then here is a sensor fault and will require repair by dealer or specialist
Finally caught up with my car and tried your suggestions - which worked! However, only after charging the battery (despite being connected to an AM-supplied conditioner, there was not enough juice in the battery to start the engine). The charger I used was an 'intelligent' one, which told me that the battery is faulty and should be replaced or serviced. I recall having read a thread some time ago about the batteries not being up to the job which, based on this experience, appears to be the case. Will I succeed in getting the battery replaced under warranty??if this does not work then here is a sensor fault and will require repair by dealer or specialist
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