E85 one touch roof

Tom Dick · Post by **Tom Dick** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 6:53 pm

Apologies for a newbie question

I’ve seen some cars advertised as being able to drop the roof off the key and one touch. How is it done, I’ve tried numerous key presses and nothing happens

Smartbear · Post by **Smartbear** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:24 pm

Tom Dick wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 6:53 pm Apologies for a newbie question I’ve seen some cars advertised as being able to drop the roof off the key and one touch. How is it done, I’ve tried numerous key presses and nothing happens

Hi, one touch roof operation is enabled by fitting a roof module like gaptec, gives one touch operation from the dash buttons as well

Rob

Marlon · Post by **Marlon** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm

You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.

firebobby · Post by **firebobby** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm

Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.

That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec

Marlon · Post by **Marlon** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:38 pm

firebobby wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.
That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec

Interesting Fred

I wonder if it depends upon the year of maufacture?

sticky · Post by **sticky** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:42 pm

firebobby wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.
That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec

+1 the same

Post by **Wondermike** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:58 pm

Sometime in 2004

DaveZ4richardson · Post by **DaveZ4richardson** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 8:16 pm

firebobby wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.
That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec

I fitted the smart top module. Tried all different combinations on the key, nothing.

Tom Dick · Post by **Tom Dick** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 8:34 pm

Tried the press and hold technique but to no avail. Is the gap tech an easy fit?

Smartbear · Post by **Smartbear** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 8:58 pm

Tom Dick wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 8:34 pm Tried the press and hold technique but to no avail. Is the gap tech an easy fit?

Yep, it’s ashtray out & 4 or 5 wires to connect. Ps, get some proper terminal strip instead of using the troublesome scotchlocks provided

Rob

sticky · Post by **sticky** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 9:08 pm

I bought my Gap tech on here, used, still works fine

Ducklakeview · Post by **Ducklakeview** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 9:32 pm

The car can also be programmed to allow you to raise and lower the roof by holding the lock/unlock buttons. Not as flashy as the Gap-Tech, but about a quarter of the cost. Other things can also be programmed at the same time, such as auto locking when you drive off, indicator flashes and/or audible chirps when locking/unlocking, passenger window one touch up (usually not enabled) and a few other options.

Mike

Chris_D · Post by **Chris_D** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 10:06 pm

Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:38 pm
firebobby wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:32 pm You should be able to drop the roof from outside with one touch without fitting a 'roof module' - simply press the unlock button and keep it held down, the roof should drop.
That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec
Interesting Fred I wonder if it depends upon the year of maufacture?

Weird. Mine drops via the fob and extended press of the unlock button and mine's an 03.
I did have a fiddle abart with Carly tho as it's an option in there to program it. Can't remember.

And Marlon, ur a Mod now? lolz. has u banned anyone yet? should i be afraid??

Marlon · Post by **Marlon** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 10:59 pm

Chris_D wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 10:06 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:38 pm
firebobby wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:36 pm
That's what I was told, but it didn't work on my Zed Colin. I had to fit Gap-tec
Interesting Fred I wonder if it depends upon the year of maufacture?
Weird. Mine drops via the fob and extended press of the unlock button and mine's an 03.
I did have a fiddle abart with Carly tho as it's an option in there to program it. Can't remember.

And Marlon, ur a Mod now? lolz. has u banned anyone yet? should i be afraid??

Yep . . .

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firebobby · Post by **firebobby** » Mon Nov 27, 2017 11:42 pm

Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 10:59 pm
Chris_D wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 10:06 pm
Marlon wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:38 pm

Interesting Fred I wonder if it depends upon the year of maufacture?
Weird. Mine drops via the fob and extended press of the unlock button and mine's an 03.
I did have a fiddle abart with Carly tho as it's an option in there to program it. Can't remember.

And Marlon, ur a Mod now? lolz. has u banned anyone yet? should i be afraid??
Yep . . .

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Oh Collin, use your power as a mod and ban Chris, you know it makes sense

You back to the mad house Mr D, how's the job going ?

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