Mercedes-Benz 2003 SLK-Class User Manual
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Controls in detail
Retractable hardtop
Locking the retractable hardtop after
raising/lowering
If the retractable hardtop is not properly
locked, lock it as described below.
Problems when operating the retract-
able hardtop
Unlocked status noticed when stopped
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Switch on the ignition.
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To lock the retractable hardtop in its
fully closed position, push the retract-
able hardtop switch forward.
!
If the indicator lamp in the retractable
hardtop switch blinks slowly, a mal-
function has occurred in the system.
If the indicator lamp in the retractable
hardtop switch blinks rapidly, the trunk
lid and/or the luggage cover may be
open, and need to be closed.
Warning!
G
To prevent possible accidents, drive the ve-
hicle only with the retractable hardtop either
completely closed and locked, or fully low-
ered into its storage compartment.
Warning!
G
The retractable hardtop is not fully closed
and locked:
ț
if the indicator lamp in the retractable
hardtop switch remains lit (key in steer-
ing lock position 2).
ț
if the indicator lamp blinks, and a warn-
ing sounds for 10 seconds when start-
ing to drive.