2006 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 201

Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Closing the retractable hardtop with the SmartKey (Convenience feature) Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle. The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the outside door handle. Press and hold button ‹ until the retractable hardtop is completely closed. The retractable hardtop and the side windows close. In the tachometer display you will see the message Retractable roof Closed. Problems when operating the retractable hardtop Indicator lamp in the retractable hardtop switch is flashing Several conditions may cause the indicator lamp in the hardtop switch to flash when activated: The luggage cover in the trunk is not closed. Close the luggage cover in the trunk. The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid. The battery voltage is too low. Start engine and let run while activating switch. Warning! G If the retractable hardtop does not completely open or close, a warning sounds and the retractable hardtop switch flashes. In the speedometer display you will see K, in the tachometer display you will see the message being lowered. After about 15 seconds the roof hydraulics lose pressure. Properly lock the retractable hardtop ( page 198) before continuing to drive. 200