2002 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 143

5. After the hardtop has unlocked, remove the key from the steering lock and turn radio and telephone off to lower antenna. The indicator lamp in the soft top switch should go out. Important! Removal of the key from the steering lock is a safety measure ensuring that the key cannot be turned to position 2 and the soft top switch is without function should anybody push the switch forward causing the roof locking mechanism to work. If hands are at that moment between roof and car body they can be badly injured. Hardtop Instruments and controls Operation Driving 139 Instrument cluster display 6. Lift the hardtop vertically from its attachment points (3) and locating points (4) and carefully remove to the rear. Exercise caution when maneuvering the top. To avoid paint damage, the top's mounting pins must not be allowed to contact the body. Warning! To prevent possible accidents, drive the vehicle only with the hardtop either completely closed and locked, or fully lowered into its storage compartment. Practical hints Car care Technical data Index