2003 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 161
2003 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Pull up on the hardtop switch as indicated by the arrow until the hardtop is completely lowered into its trunk storage compartment and the indicator lamp in the hardtop switch goes out. The multifunction display will briefly show the message Hardtop open. Closing the retractable hardtop with the switch Press the hardtop switch as indicated by the arrow until the hardtop is completely closed and locked and the indicator lamp in the hardtop switch goes out. The multifunction display will briefly show the message Hardtop closed. Warning! i Be sure that the roof is dry before you open it. Otherwise water may enter the trunk interior. G Before pressing the hardtop switch, you must make sure that: the parking brake is engaged ( page 41) the luggage cover is closed ( page 160) the trunk lid is closed the ignition is switched on (key in starter switch position 2) If the retractable hardtop is not fully opened or closed, a warning will sound after 15 seconds, pressure in the hardtop's hydraulic system will drop and the hardtop will lower. Be sure to keep the hardtop switch pulled or pressed until the hardtop is fully opened or closed. The hydraulic pump will then shut off. To prevent possible accidents, drive the vehicle only with the hardtop either completely closed and locked, or fully lowered into its storage compartment. 161