What is trunk open switch on Mercedes SLK 230?
The Trunk Open switch has a spring-actuated lever (arrow) that senses trunk position. Its housing can be opened with a flat blade screwdriver. The Trunk Open’s actual micro-switch (arrow) is either open or makes contact pending the lever’s position. The Trunk Lock Switch is part of the latch.
How is the Mercedes SLK 230 headliner held in place?
Regardless of the motivation for removal, the headliner is held in place by nine Phillips screws: three on the leading edge and three on each side. They’re all accessible by opening the top halfway. Once the top is partially retracted, remember to turn the key to its OFF position to depressurize the hydraulic system.
What kind of hardtop does Mercedes SLK have?
SLKs’ Vario retractable hardtops are probably their biggest single selling point. This impressive system coordinates switches, cables and hydraulics. However, the top can be a huge headache when it doesn’t work as intended.
Where can I get roof switch for my SLK?
SLK owners who possess soldering skills can likely find comparable micro-switches for a few bucks at an electronic parts supplier, then add the necessary pigtails themselves. Roof Closed Limit S69/1 Right Upper Windshield 170-820-07-10-MBZ $75.00
The Trunk Open switch has a spring-actuated lever (arrow) that senses trunk position. Its housing can be opened with a flat blade screwdriver. The Trunk Open’s actual micro-switch (arrow) is either open or makes contact pending the lever’s position. The Trunk Lock Switch is part of the latch.
SLKs’ Vario retractable hardtops are probably their biggest single selling point. This impressive system coordinates switches, cables and hydraulics. However, the top can be a huge headache when it doesn’t work as intended.
SLK owners who possess soldering skills can likely find comparable micro-switches for a few bucks at an electronic parts supplier, then add the necessary pigtails themselves. Roof Closed Limit S69/1 Right Upper Windshield 170-820-07-10-MBZ $75.00
Why does my SLK boot not shut properly?
Same problem here on an R-Reg (98/99) SLK 230. Sounds very much like the striker depth needs to be adjusted – I will post progress to let you know… 1. Removed the pastic housing which restricts to the striker.