Why does my Mercedes slk230 not open the roof?
Main door windows will go down, mini side windows will go down and the trunk lid will open to accept the roof (and the internal lock turns to unlock the roof mechanism) but all it does from there is run the actuators and no roof retraction. It has not been fixed properly!
Why is the top of my Mercedes not going down?
Top started to go up but stopped; top won’t go down or up, red light inside car for controlling top remains on. The windows lower but the trunk won’t open and the roof does not retrack. The red button/switch stay on solid red. Top will not go down. Was stuck halfway open. Dealer closed it at the cost of $233. No repairs done at this time.
Why is the hood latch on my Mercedes stuck?
Your Mercedes-Benz hood latch may get stuck or sticks due to lack of lubrication. That is why it is important to keep the dirt off the hood latch and the hood release cable. The latch can get sticky due to dust, dirt and rust. The cable can also get sticky. There could be several reasons why the hood will not open.
What does it mean when a Mercedes is stuck in Park?
Mercedes stuck in Park (P)and refuse to go to D or N. Stuck in D, R, N and will not move back to Park (P). Can’t remove keys from the ignition. Mercedes transmission won’t go into drive. Mercedes E, S, C, ML Class gear shift stuck in park. Mercedes will start, but transmission won’t go into gear.
How many hydraulic rams are in Mercedes SLK roof?
This opens in a new window. I replaced the five Vario-Roof hydraulic rams and tried to shoot a video of the process at the same time. Looking for more video pros?
When did the SLK convertible top stop working?
I have a 1999 SLK 230 with a non-working convertible top. It worked fine for a few years (I’ve had it since Jan 2000), then it got to the point where when car sat in sun all day, the hardtop wouldn’t open until it cooled off.
How much does a Mercedes Benz slk230 cost?
The average cost for a Mercedes-Benz SLK230 General Diagnosis is between $143 -$180. Learn More Went to put top up and the trunk partially opened and stopped in a frozen position. Tried switch again a few times, to no avail. Problem – how I going to drive home with a partially elevated trunk lid.
Main door windows will go down, mini side windows will go down and the trunk lid will open to accept the roof (and the internal lock turns to unlock the roof mechanism) but all it does from there is run the actuators and no roof retraction. It has not been fixed properly!
Are there any problems with Mercedes SLK central locking?
Central locking problems in the R170 series of Mercedes Benz SLK are quite common. The issues are usually centred around the failure of the PSE (Pneumatic System Equipment) pump unit or its connecting air pipework. The pneumatic door lock actuators are simple by design and as a result are found reliable, even in older cars.
Is the convertible top on a 1999 SLK?
There are a bunch of DIY’s regarding the convertible roof in the “tech tips section” such as http://www.benzworld.org/forums/r170-slk-class/1292734-roof-switch-repair-rear-3.html I have a 1999 SLK 230 with a non-working convertible top.
Are there any problems with Mercedes SLK R170?
Central locking problems in the R170 series of Mercedes Benz SLK are quite common. The issues are usually centred around the failure of the PSE (Pneumatic System Equipment) pump unit or its connecting air pipework.