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Old 08-01-2006, 01:58 AM   #1
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Engine Hatch Actuator Broke??

Engine hatch won't go up without me lifting while someone else pushes open button...comes down slow...what to do now?? Replace actuator?? thanks, whip
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Old 08-01-2006, 10:07 PM   #2
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Re: Engine Hatch Actuator Broke??

Yea sounds like the actuator is weak & probably needs replacing..
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Old 08-01-2006, 10:24 PM   #3
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Re: Engine Hatch Actuator Broke??

Have you tried wiring the actuator direct to make sure it is getting full voltage?
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Old 08-02-2006, 06:12 AM   #4
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Re: Engine Hatch Actuator Broke??

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Have you tried wiring the actuator direct to make sure it is getting full voltage?
What he said.
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