Always good to know how to manually operate the roof, in case of that unexpected emergency. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience.
Fantastic help. Others said it was a really complicated process. I would add that the joint at the back of the roof needs to be pulled down for the latch mechanism at the front of the roof inside to be turned. I was struggling but after pulling the roof down, or pushing down just above the rear window the mechanism turned easily. The allen wrench is a 5mm and if you are lucky enough to have the original tool bag that came with the car, it's in there. Thank you so much.
I have the identical car! This is super helpful as I have had nearly every issue imaginable with the top. Currently my roof is stuck open and in the truck. I've left it open all summer to avoid closing issues, but created a new one. I have a leak in my hydraulic fluid somewhere in the truck area, and now I cannot budge the roof enough to access them pump. Any advice is really appreciated!
I see you remove the trunk flap gear. Do you disconnect any wire or just removing the gear will stop a signal to computer so warning lights will not come on.
I have a 2003 sl500. Just changed the decomposed o-ring in the locking cylinder. It's now together, fluid is full and NOTHING!!! I guess one of the sensors is stopping the operation of the top. It says "In Operation" when I try to operate the top. I'm going to do this to lower the top and then see if it works. Thanks for the video.
I am unable to lift the deck lid carrier after releasing the locking bolts. There seems to be something holding it as it lifts a bit but won't swing up like in the video. My car is a 2007 sl 550
@@williamfael8214 it took about an hour of brute force and wiggling but I finally got it up. I don’t think there is any trick, it was just really stubborn to move.
Make sure you released the pressure in the pump. Other than that, it must be hitting something. Make sure to press the front of the roof down first. Does that work?
Mine gets a 2 inch gap on the right side when the trunk closes or opens. The vario roof works as it should, but on the final step it leaves a 2 inch gap only on the right side. I looked inside to see if something dropped in and makes it stuck that way from closing all the way but haven’t found anything. This causes the trunk to not open going up or close at all the normal way ( as if you’re getting a bag or groceries out of your trunk) , and the windows leave a half inch open gap as well, which would be bad during rain. I can hear the highway noise through the window crack. That 2 inch gap is at the sharp corner of the trunk near the passenger door. It’s almost as if you could push it down if you forced it , but so far unsuccessful
I'm going to assume that with over 19,000 views there's a lot of people experiencing issues with these tops...I'm definitely running into issues also. Mercedes needs to.do better!
Monique, true but... These cars are 20+ years old and rubber o-rings and seals do dry out or rot. Especially under these kinds of pressures, over 3,000 PSI.
Always good to know how to manually operate the roof, in case of that unexpected emergency. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience.
Thanks to your video I can now enjoy my SL with the Top Down😎👍🏼
Great video ! You should do more on the SL 500
Opened and closed . Both in less than 10 amazing video. Will be doing this
Fantastic help. Others said it was a really complicated process. I would add that the joint at the back of the roof needs to be pulled down for the latch mechanism at the front of the roof inside to be turned. I was struggling but after pulling the roof down, or pushing down just above the rear window the mechanism turned easily. The allen wrench is a 5mm and if you are lucky enough to have the original tool bag that came with the car, it's in there. Thank you so much.
Though I released the torx up front the roof still isn’t releasing?? Any advice
Very helpful. I managed to avoid a pricey trip to my local indie after my roof got stuck halfway up!
and mine is currently stuck almost closed on the LAST DAY I'll probably use it this year! Oh well, happy to find some help!!
Hi gerry can you please tell me how you did it?
Does the plastic piece under the flaps have to be removed to complete the process?
I have the identical car! This is super helpful as I have had nearly every issue imaginable with the top. Currently my roof is stuck open and in the truck. I've left it open all summer to avoid closing issues, but created a new one. I have a leak in my hydraulic fluid somewhere in the truck area, and now I cannot budge the roof enough to access them pump. Any advice is really appreciated!
I see you remove the trunk flap gear. Do you disconnect any wire or just removing the gear will stop a signal to computer so warning lights will not come on.
I have a 2003 sl500. Just changed the decomposed o-ring in the locking cylinder. It's now together, fluid is full and NOTHING!!! I guess one of the sensors is stopping the operation of the top. It says "In Operation" when I try to operate the top. I'm going to do this to lower the top and then see if it works. Thanks for the video.
Did this work for you?
Thank you so much for this video ❤🎉
Great, video. I have a newer SL550 and wondering if this method works as well
Awesome video! Save the day!
Very, very helpful. Thanks so much!
It seems complicated …but easy at the same time
You’re the shit bro…We Love You!!!
When I try 1st stage the trunks does not lift out of tailgate. Seems to me locked in place
Give this comment a like if your a technician and here for HELP
Yup, im ashamed to say but im stuck and im watching this for help 😅
Hello, I’m having the same problem with my SL500 but I’m unable to get the flap down. What state are you in?
Gracias por el video, me va a servir cuando cambie mi SLK por un SL500
What size Wrench or socket to use?
Thanks for sharing!!
Bro my drop top is stuck in the middle position please help
Thanks great video
I am unable to lift the deck lid carrier after releasing the locking bolts. There seems to be something holding it as it lifts a bit but won't swing up like in the video. My car is a 2007 sl 550
did you ever figure it out?
No, I have not. I would appreciate any advice!
@@williamfael8214 it took about an hour of brute force and wiggling but I finally got it up. I don’t think there is any trick, it was just really stubborn to move.
For me, everything won’t go inside trunk, nothing binding, no bent hinges, feels like hydraulic pressure but bleeder is open 😅
My roof doesn’t “fall into place.” It gets stuck about 10 inches above its resting place inside the trunk. What am I doing wrong?
Make sure you released the pressure in the pump. Other than that, it must be hitting something. Make sure to press the front of the roof down first. Does that work?
Fluid is full?
Mine gets a 2 inch gap on the right side when the trunk closes or opens. The vario roof works as it should, but on the final step it leaves a 2 inch gap only on the right side.
I looked inside to see if something dropped in and makes it stuck that way from closing all the way but haven’t found anything.
This causes the trunk to not open going up or close at all the normal way ( as if you’re getting a bag or groceries out of your trunk) , and the windows leave a half inch open gap as well, which would be bad during rain. I can hear the highway noise through the window crack.
That 2 inch gap is at the sharp corner of the trunk near the passenger door. It’s almost as if you could push it down if you forced it , but so far unsuccessful
Hi is this the same for the R230 SL55?
Should be exactly the same.
I'm going to assume that with over 19,000 views there's a lot of people experiencing issues with these tops...I'm definitely running into issues also. Mercedes needs to.do better!
Monique, true but... These cars are 20+ years old and rubber o-rings and seals do dry out or rot. Especially under these kinds of pressures, over 3,000 PSI.
Amazing thank you 🙏
Thank you. At least before I attempt to repair the top, I can use it with the top down.
I have this fear of attempting to open/close it manually and getting stuck halfway through
Thanks
You have to really know its sunny and really want top down.
You da man