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SL/R230: Convertible top remote control operation

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Old 05-17-2024, 01:34 PM
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Convertible top remote control operation

Hi everyone

I have a 2011 SL550 and was wondering if I can open and close the top with just my remote control and how?

also with the trunk.

TY !
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Hold the key up to the IR receiver in the door handle and press open. (At least this is the procedure for 2005 model - surely same for yours.. ?)

Not working? Probably dry solder joints in the module in the handle. Known issue on early cars.
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Originally Posted by Tom Manning
Hold the key up to the IR receiver in the door handle and press open. (At least this is the procedure for 2005 model - surely same for yours.. ?)

Not working? Probably dry solder joints in the module in the handle. Known issue on early cars.
In addition. Try locking the car then try the key fob at the little infrared on the handle by pressing the unlock button, you may need to get pretty close 1" away if your lens is dirty, you can also raise the roof in the same manner by pressing the lock, I did a video ages ago to help explain:
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The top does work with your procedure but for some reason, my 2 small window in the back does not roll up after it close. The 2 front does roll up. Do you know why or how to fix that?

Ty.
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Originally Posted by KTT-SL550
Hi everyone

I have a 2011 SL550 and was wondering if I can open and close the top with just my remote control and how?

also with the trunk.

TY !
welcome to the forum
I bought one of these for my 07 sl550 and absolutely love it. Gives you many programming options. This video shows just windows and roof. Ez install As programming Reasonable $
BmwOptions.com

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'07 SL550 80m miles, '98 e430 350k miles - 02 E55 AMG 165k miles - 07 SL550 72k mile
Correction

Oops
Its called smarttop.com now
Available for very many cars.

http://mods4cars.com/sms/shop/index....ode=view&id=50
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