2004 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 148

Controls in detail Sliding/pop-up roof* Sliding/pop-up roof* Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened and closed electrically. The switch for the sliding/pop-roof is on the overhead control panel. With the roof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from steering lock and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. ! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the sliding/pop-up roof. Warning! 1 Push up to raise roof at rear 2 Push back to slide roof open 3 Push down to lower roof at rear 4 Push forward to slide roof closed G When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by moving the switch in direction 1 or 2. Do not open the sliding/pop-up roof if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions. The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur ( page 265). 148