Convertible Vehicles - anyone know how to remove the pump?

Im trying to my my pump to work because Im tired of putting it up and down manually. Im going to buy some mineral spirits to see if it will make it work again. I really think its not even getting any power because I dont hear it whine or my batt. gauge doesnt move an inch. what is the best way to see if the switch is bad or the pump is bad?

Remove the carpet around the pump (may have to remove the CD changer if you have one). Disconnect the power connector going to the pump motor and use a volt meter while pressing the up/down switch. You should get 12V when pressing the switch in either direction, the voltage polarity will change w/ UP/DN.

If you get voltage, use the DMM and measure the OHMS across the motor terminals. If you get anything > 100 ohms, your motor is probably cooked.

The plate holding the motor unbolts in 2 or 3 locations and lifts out. Be careful of the hydraulic hoses. You might want to lable those and remove the 4 going to the cylinders. Use a container to catch the fluid, it'll make a mess pulling the motor / pump assembly out. Not sure if you can order just the motor or the entire motor / pump / resevoir assembly.

Good luck.

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