Mercedes-Benz E 350 BlueEFFICIENCY Cabriolet, Operator'S Manual

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to under 25 mph (40 km/h) and pull the
soft top switch again.
X
To close: press and hold soft-top
switch
:
until the soft top is fully closed.
The
Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.
If you drive faster than 25 mph (40 km/h)
during the closing procedure, the closing
procedure is stopped and the
Open/Close
Convertible Top Completely message
is displayed in the multifunction display. To
fully close the soft top, reduce speed back
to under 25 mph (40 km/h) and push the
soft top switch again.
Opening and closing using the
SmartKey
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured
by moving parts such as the soft-top linkage
or soft-top compartment cover when opening
or closing the soft top.
If there is a risk of entrapment, immediately
release the
%
or
&
button on the
SmartKey. The soft-top mechanism stops
immediately.
Opening/closing
The SmartKey must be close to the driver's
door handle.
X
Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.
X
To open: press and hold the
%
button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
opened.
The
Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display. The seat ventilation is switched on.
The rear side windows open.
X
To close: press and hold the
&
button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
closed.
The
Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display. The soft top and the side windows
close.
Closing the soft top manually
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Remove wristwatches and any jewelry such
as rings or bracelets. You could otherwise get
caught, be injured and damage the vehicle.
Always grip the soft top at the indicated
gripping points when closing the soft top
manually. You could otherwise be injured.
If the soft top cannot be closed automatically,
check the following points:
R
Is the trunk partition engaged
(
Y
page 96)?
R
Are the head restraints on the rear bench
seats extended?
R
Is the trunk lid closed?
R
Is the on-board voltage sufficient?
Start the engine if necessary.
If automatic operation still does not work, the
soft top can be closed manually.
To carry out this work, you will need the
assistance of another person.
i Closing the soft top manually is a
complex, technically demanding process
which requires a great deal of force. Only
close the soft top manually in extreme
emergencies. Preferably, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
Soft top (Cabriolet)
91
Opening/closing
Z