Storage Box Behind Passenger Seat

StephenK · 03-29-2005, 08:45 PM

In the storage box behind the passenger seat, when you open the box on the floor of the box there are to locking clips, does anyone know what they are for???

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doltmo · 03-29-2005, 09:34 PM

My guess is that there is something mounted to the bottom of the storage box from the back side. If you squeeze the the clips they seem to release. I would be afraid what ever is underneath the box might drop down.

Ask your dealer.

LovinSL600 · 03-29-2005, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by doltmo

My guess is that there is something mounted to the bottom of the storage box from the back side. If you squeeze the the clips they seem to release. I would be afraid what ever is underneath the box might drop down.

Ask your dealer.

When you put in the luggage compartment in the back behind the seats they are held in place by the two seat belt clips behind each seat which when pulled out attach to the release below the storage compartments.

When you push that button on that it releases the strap that you put in from the upper rear back panel.

It does not perform any other functions so feel to push the release anytime you wish.

StephenK · 03-29-2005, 10:24 PM

If you look in the storage box there are two clicks on the floor in the box.

blueSL · 03-29-2005, 10:40 PM

OK, be careful! Those two spring clips release a panel on the floor of the box to gain access to some electrical parts underneath - some fuses and relays. Gently ease the clips back and the panel will lift.

When I removed it to gain access while wiring in the illuminated door sills, one of the clips broke and I had to buy the complete plastic bin - the false floor is not available separately. There's a convenient free fuse position in there to gain access to unswitched power. The door sills use small electronic transformers permanently connected to the battery which are switched on and off using the same switch which activated the interior lights when the doors are opened.

Getting that bin out is a long process which starts with removing the plastic rail across the bottom of the door aperture, the form/cloth strip, the aluminium trim at the top, the side trim panel (with a bunch of clips to break which Lovin' will know all about) and then finally you can remove/replace the bin.

LovinSL600 · 03-29-2005, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by blueSL

OK, be careful! Those two spring clips release a panel on the floor of the box to gain access to some electrical parts underneath - some fuses and relays. Gently ease the clips back and the panel will lift.

When I removed it to gain access while wiring in the illuminated door sills, one of the clips broke and I had to buy the complete plastic bin - the false floor is not available separately. There's a convenient free fuse position in there to gain access to unswitched power. The door sills use small electronic transformers permanently connected to the battery which are switched on and off using the same switch which activated the interior lights when the doors are opened.

Getting that bin out is a long process which starts with removing the plastic rail across the bottom of the door aperture, the form/cloth strip, the aluminium trim at the top, the side trim panel (with a bunch of clips to break which Lovin' will know all about) and then finally you can remove/replace the bin.

Blue, why did you replace the entire bin? Even though you had to order the whole bin, why did you just not use the new door?

Stephen, Blue is right. Very gently pull back on the little clips and pull up and the door will release. Just be very gentle when pulling the clips back.

blueSL · 03-29-2005, 11:18 PM

Good thinking - I had the bin out anyway because I was fitting the door sills - you are right, if you do break it, you can just replace the door. I was getting confused with the memory of all those parts to put back!

RadSteve · 03-30-2005, 12:37 AM

Now you guys have me all nervous about my illuminated door sills....but they're so cool. Can my dealer handle it though? I'd hate to have them break something even before I get the car....!
Steve

blueSL · 03-30-2005, 03:51 AM

Illuminated door sills is easy - PJMusgrave did them in a few hours, I did mine in a bit less than a day, but then I was taking my time to, as you might expect, nose around a little at what's underneath. The actual sills are easy to replace, it's wiring them back to the power and the door switch which takes the time. They do look good when you open the door at night though...

VinceB · 03-31-2005, 02:46 AM

RadSteve,

I'd love to see some pics of your color combo. Can you post or PM me some pics? After re-reading your post sounds like you haven't taken delivery? What's your delivery timeframe? Thanks! And if you haven't received it yet... look forward to it.
Cheers,

RadSteve · 03-31-2005, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by VinceB

RadSteve,

I'd love to see some pics of your color combo. Can you post or PM me some pics? After re-reading your post sounds like you haven't taken delivery? What's your delivery timeframe? Thanks! And if you haven't received it yet... look forward to it.
Cheers,

Will post pics ASAP after arrival. Supposed to be late May or early June....but realize I ordered the car December 3 of last year....it's been a loooong wait. Suppose it's too much to hope that the recalls now won't affect me too...
Steve

blueSL · 03-31-2005, 01:45 PM

It's nothing! I put my order for the SL55 more than 5 years before I got it...

03-29-2005, 10:24 PM	#4
StephenK MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 1,866 Drives: 2006 SL600, 2001 S500, 1996 SL320	Lovin I meant inside the storage box. If you look in the storage box there are two clicks on the floor in the box. __________________ 2006 SL600 - Black with Stone Exclusive Leather

03-29-2005, 10:40 PM	#5
blueSL MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 2,385 Drives: SL55 AMG	OK, be careful! Those two spring clips release a panel on the floor of the box to gain access to some electrical parts underneath - some fuses and relays. Gently ease the clips back and the panel will lift. When I removed it to gain access while wiring in the illuminated door sills, one of the clips broke and I had to buy the complete plastic bin - the false floor is not available separately. There's a convenient free fuse position in there to gain access to unswitched power. The door sills use small electronic transformers permanently connected to the battery which are switched on and off using the same switch which activated the interior lights when the doors are opened. Getting that bin out is a long process which starts with removing the plastic rail across the bottom of the door aperture, the form/cloth strip, the aluminium trim at the top, the side trim panel (with a bunch of clips to break which Lovin' will know all about) and then finally you can remove/replace the bin. __________________ blueSL 2012 Range Rover Evoque Coupe Dynamic - Firenze Red/Ebony 2010 Porsche 997.2 turbo PDK - Aqua Blue/Dark Grey 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon - Silver/Black 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG - Brilliant Silver/Berry Red 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta - Rosso Corsa/Crema Last edited by blueSL; 03-29-2005 at 10:42 PM.

03-29-2005, 11:18 PM	#7
blueSL MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 2,385 Drives: SL55 AMG	Good thinking - I had the bin out anyway because I was fitting the door sills - you are right, if you do break it, you can just replace the door. I was getting confused with the memory of all those parts to put back! __________________ blueSL 2012 Range Rover Evoque Coupe Dynamic - Firenze Red/Ebony 2010 Porsche 997.2 turbo PDK - Aqua Blue/Dark Grey 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon - Silver/Black 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG - Brilliant Silver/Berry Red 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta - Rosso Corsa/Crema

03-30-2005, 03:51 AM	#9
blueSL MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 2,385 Drives: SL55 AMG	Illuminated door sills is easy - PJMusgrave did them in a few hours, I did mine in a bit less than a day, but then I was taking my time to, as you might expect, nose around a little at what's underneath. The actual sills are easy to replace, it's wiring them back to the power and the door switch which takes the time. They do look good when you open the door at night though... __________________ blueSL 2012 Range Rover Evoque Coupe Dynamic - Firenze Red/Ebony 2010 Porsche 997.2 turbo PDK - Aqua Blue/Dark Grey 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon - Silver/Black 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG - Brilliant Silver/Berry Red 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta - Rosso Corsa/Crema

03-31-2005, 01:45 PM	#12
blueSL MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 2,385 Drives: SL55 AMG	It's nothing! I put my order for the SL55 more than 5 years before I got it... __________________ blueSL 2012 Range Rover Evoque Coupe Dynamic - Firenze Red/Ebony 2010 Porsche 997.2 turbo PDK - Aqua Blue/Dark Grey 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon - Silver/Black 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG - Brilliant Silver/Berry Red 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta - Rosso Corsa/Crema

03-29-2005, 09:34 PM	#2
doltmo Almost a Member! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 52 Drives: 2006 Gallardo 6-speed, 2005 SL55, BMW X3	My guess is that there is something mounted to the bottom of the storage box from the back side. If you squeeze the the clips they seem to release. I would be afraid what ever is underneath the box might drop down. Ask your dealer.

03-30-2005, 12:37 AM	#8
RadSteve Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Exeter, CA USA Posts: 254 Drives: 2002 BMW 745Li Black/beige, 2006 SL600 Capri Blue/Black still on order	Now you guys have me all nervous about my illuminated door sills....but they're so cool. Can my dealer handle it though? I'd hate to have them break something even before I get the car....! Steve

03-31-2005, 02:46 AM	#10
VinceB Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 91 Drives: '08 E63 - P 30, 66GT 350 (sold)	RadSteve, I'd love to see some pics of your color combo. Can you post or PM me some pics? After re-reading your post sounds like you haven't taken delivery? What's your delivery timeframe? Thanks! And if you haven't received it yet... look forward to it. Cheers,

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