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Old May 27, 2020 | 08:19 AM
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Hi All,

Can anyone tell me how to remove the Headrest on my SL500.. The covering has come loose and I want to reinstall it..

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Old May 27, 2020 | 06:03 PM
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there is a video on youtube somewhere...you have to remove the back of the seat.
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Old May 28, 2020 | 07:27 AM
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I have checked all over you tube.There is nothing showing this for an 200 SL500..All other models..
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Old May 28, 2020 | 11:30 AM
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i tried to find it again...unsuccessfully. I have a 2005 with the same problem. I remember there was something about the removal that made me leery about doing it myself. Sorry, I just can't remember what it was...of course, I'm not that talented to begin with!
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Old May 28, 2020 | 11:54 AM
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Here's an old link, which mention a clip...maybe that's what chased me off.

https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-...l500-r230.html
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Old Jun 2, 2020 | 07:56 AM
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Using it’s control, you move the head restraint all the way up. Then just pull it out of the seat.
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Old Jun 2, 2020 | 08:09 AM
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It doesn't come out..I read somewhere it states you need to remove the seat back..I cant find anywhere detailed instructions on how to do this ..
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I wouldn't just pull the headrest out...see photo at this link.

https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-...k-removal.html

I can't find an exact match for the sl500/r230, but there are lots of videos showing different mb models and seat back removal/seat removal/leather repair, etc. Several of the videos mention the similarity and how many mb use same procedure to remove seat backs.

screws and plastic clips; be gentle and good luck!
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I have a 06 SL500. Lift it with the motor to the max and then you have to pull very hard (with the top down). Nothing will break.
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Thank you..Once it stops raining in NJ..I will try it..
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Thank you ... Once it stops raining in NJ ..I will try it.
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Same on my 2005 SL600. Pulled mine yesterday, a flap of the leather cover that tucks in to the underside was loose, and it's a little tricky to properly re-insert.

Anyway, yeah, raise all the way up, drop the convertible top, then pull up pretty hard. I stood with one foot on the base of the seat, and one on the middle of the parcel shelf. Bare feet to make sure to not damage any leather
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