Ok directions to manually raise and close the vario roof is a bit long so i have attached the procedure in pdf file format for you.
Summer vario roof opening.
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Mercedes benz sl r230 vario roof sensors hi ive got a problem with my vario roof sticking part way through the opening sequence.
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I have been working on mercedes benz vehicles since 1997.
The vario roof brings the sun closer than ever a unique feature in the mercedes benz slk is the electro hydraulic vario roof which turns the slk from a hard top coupé to an open top roadster in a matter of seconds.
I ve bought myself a very cheap old slk which is great fun and i love it.
Next cylinders 4 5 unlock the tubular frame.
And even no indication display at the dashboard once the knob is turned to open the roof.
7920636 front vario roof locking pin support noises important.
The hardtop does not operate if the car s battery voltage is too low.
Opening sequence of roof vario roof activated.
Do not replace the complete front vario roof lock.
But every time i press the button to raise the roof i think this shouldn t be wor.
However in the vario roof diagnostic aid document it says that if this sensor is not recognised sensor open then it will get to the point.
Switches s69 2 3 confirm it s not locked.
There could be a fault code stored for roof position.
Pump builds pressure y1 energizes then y3 and y4 energize forcing roof forward to ease tension on locks.
Mercedes benz r230 convertible top vario roof common issues.
1 can be too large for the locking pin pos.
I think ive isolated it to the sensor which tells the vario controller that the tubular frame is fully extended sensor 119.
Start the vehicle s engine and let the car run while you open or close the hardtop.
Just because it s sunny doesn t mean it s warm however the slk has plenty of clever solutions to keep you comfortable.
July 27 2020.
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As a result noises may occur in the front vario roof area when driving on rough roads.
Next y5 energizes causing cylinder 3 to unlock the front vario roof locks.
My slk 200 r171 vario roof now recently wont open.