Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible, Operator'S Manual

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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The side windows cannot be opened or
closed using the convenience opening
feature.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
#
Check the battery using the battery check lamp and replace if necessary .
Soft top
Opening and closing the soft top using the
soft-top switch
& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
due to the soft top lowering unexpect‐
edly
If you do not fully open/close the soft top,
the soft-top hydraulics depressurize after a
short time.
This causes the soft top to lower unexpect‐
edly and may cause you or others to be trap‐
ped.
#
Always fully open or close the soft top.
& WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
when opening/closing the soft top .
When opening or closing the soft top, there
is a risk that parts of the body could become
trapped by moving parts such as the roof
mechanism, the trunk lid, or the side win‐
dows.
#
When opening or closing, make sure
that no body parts are in the vicinity of
moving components.
#
Release the button if somebody
becomes trapped.
*
NOTE Possible damage to the soft top
when opening or closing
The soft top can be damaged when opening
or closing.
#
Make sure there is sufficient clearance
above it.
#
Only load the trunk below the trunk
separator so that it will not be pushed
upwards.
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Make sure that the trunk lid is closed.
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If the soft top is dirty, wet or frozen, do
not open the soft top.
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