2005 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 214

Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, see "Summer opening feature" ( page 209) and "Convenience closing feature" ( page 210). You can close and reopen the tilt/sliding sunroof using the air recirculation button , or the charcoal filter button e in the climate control panel ( page 194). Switch on ignition ( page 34). Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof To open, close, raise or lower the tilt/sliding sunroof, move the switch to resistance point in the required direction 1 to 4. Release the sunroof switch when the tilt/sliding sunroof has reached the desired position. Fully opening (Express-open) and closing (Express-close) the power the tilt/sliding sunroof To open, close, raise or lower the tilt/sliding sunroof, move the switch past the resistance point in the required direction 1 to 4 and release. The tilt/sliding sunroof opens or closes completely. ! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the tilt/sliding sunroof. Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions. The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur ( page 386). i With the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or removed from the starter switch, the tilt/sliding sunroof can be operated until you open the driver's or passenger door for up to approximately five minutes. 212