Convertible top emergency operation
If the convertible top cannot be closed using the convert- ible top switch, check the following: • Is the decklid closed properly? • Is there sufficient battery voltage? Start the engine if necessary. • Is the rear cargo compartment divider secured in the vertical position?
If the power convertible top operation does not function properly, you can close the convertible top manually.
NOTE: The multifunction tool from the glovebox is required for this job.
CAUTION! Manually closing the convertible top is a complicated and technically demanding procedure. Closing the convertible top manually should be performed with great care by two people. Close the convertible top manually in emergency cases only. Otherwise, visit an authorized DaimlerChrysler dealer.
Relieving Hydraulic Pressure NOTE: The hydraulic pressure must be relieved before the top can manually be raised or lowered.
1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
2. Push down on the convertible top switch and hold in that position.
3. Turn the ignition OFF and continue to push down on the switch for five seconds. 4. After five seconds the hydraulic system pressure will be relieved.
WARNING! It is important that a second person assist you to close the convertible top manually to prevent injuries.
1. Lower the windows and open the doors. 2. Turn the ignition key OFF.
CAUTION! Ensure that the decklid is closed while raising the convertible top manually to prevent the possibility of contact between the decklid and the tonneau cover.
WARNING! Do not place your hands near the convertible top frame, upper windshield area, or the convertible top storage compartment while the convertible top is being raised and locked. Serious personal injury may occur.
3. Unlock the storage compartment by placing the tool on the bolt between the backrest and the tonneau cover. Turn the wrench in the direction of the arrow to its stop and remove the tool.
4. Open the tonneau cover and secure it in the upright position.
5. Pull up hard on the upper section of the convertible top to move it out of its storage compartment.
NOTE: Do not let go of the convertible top as it may fall back into the convertible top storage compartment.
6. Move the convertible top toward the windshield header.
WARNING! Do not place your hands in the convertible top frame areas. Serious personal injury may occur.
7. Do not place the convertible top frame onto wind- shield header. 8. Place the rear window section of the convertible top in its vertical position.
9. Close the tonneau cover by placing hands near the edges (arrows) and slowly lowering it. The tonneau cover must lock in the first notch of the compartment cover catch.
10. Lock the convertible top storage compartment by placing the tool on the bolt between the backrest and the tonneau cover. Turn the wrench in the direction of the arrow to its stop and remove the tool.
11. Lower the rear window section of the convertible top down and lock into the tonneau cover.
12. Fold down the locking latch handle.
13. Turn the latch handle just past one-quarter turn clockwise and pull the convertible top frame carefully down until it meets the windshield header attachment points.
14. Turn the latch handle counterclockwise to the stop in order to lock the convertible top.
15. Fold the latch handle up. The convertible top is now locked onto the windshield header.
NOTE: Have the convertible top operation checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Opening a Locked Decklid
It is possible for the decklid to become locked if a convertible top system malfunction occurs. If the top is manually moved to the full up or full down position when the hydraulic pressure is relieved, the decklid should unlock.
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