Stuck Vauxhall Convertible Top? Hall Sensor May Be Culprit

Had a similar issue with my 2008 Vauxhall Astra last month. The convertible top got stuck halfway, and I got that same warning light. Took it to my regular garage, and it turned out to be corroded wiring connections near the hydraulic pump. The tech showed me how the cables had moisture damage and poor contact points. They had to clean all the connection points and replace two damaged cables running to the control module. Not a major repair, but definitely needed a specialist who knows convertible systems. The whole thing took about 3 hours to diagnose and fix. Since then, the top's been working smoothly. If you're having similar symptoms, I'd recommend finding a garage that specializes in Vauxhall convertibles. The Hall sensor could be the issue, but in my experience, it's worth checking the wiring connections first. These systems are pretty sensitive to electrical issues.

Thanks for sharing that! Yeah, sounds exactly like what I'm dealing with. Quick question, do you remember roughly how much you ended up paying for the repair? And has everything been running smooth since, or have you noticed any other quirks with the roof?

Hey again! Just wanted to follow up on your question. After my earlier experience, I can confirm I paid 95€ for the repair, honestly not too bad considering I was worried it might be something major! And I'm happy to report that since the mechanic fixed that pesky Hall sensor signal issue (it was indeed causing the incorrect readings I mentioned before), the roof's been working like a charm. They traced it back to some dodgy cable connections, got them sorted, and I haven't had a single problem since. I know you mentioned having some reservations about your local mechanic, but if you're anywhere near my area, I'd be happy to recommend the shop I used. They really knew their stuff with convertible systems, and were super transparent about the whole process. The best part is I can now enjoy my Astra with the top down without worrying about it getting stuck again! Let me know if you need any other details about the repair.

Hey, thanks so much for all the help! I actually went ahead and got it fixed yesterday at the shop you recommended. You were spot on about the pricing, I ended up paying around €110, just a bit more than what you paid. The mechanic was brilliant, really knew his stuff! Turns out it was exactly what you said, corroded wiring near the pump and some dodgy connections. They sorted it all out in about 4 hours. The guy even showed me what was wrong and explained everything, which was a nice change from my old mechanic who always kept things vague. The roof's working perfectly now, just took it for a spin with the top down this morning! Dead chuffed with how it all turned out. Really appreciate you pointing me in the right direction. Saved me loads of hassle and probably money too! Guess I've found my new go-to mechanic. Thanks again for all your help!