SLK-Class (R170) 1998-2003: SLK 200, SLK 230K, SLK 320

SLK/R170: Problems with SLK roof

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 12, 2005 | 10:36 AM
  #1  
FernandoSLK's Avatar
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Almeria, Spain
SLK 230 K 1998
Problems with SLK roof

Hello to all! Yesterday, after a ride with the roof down when I got to my garage, I press the button to close it, the trunk goes back as usual, but then the roof won´t go up, even if the system sounds like running. After a while keeping the button pressed, nothing occurrs. Then I switch the button back to open mode, and the trunks closes normally. Then I try again to close the roof, and the same happens again. I stopped the engine, wait a couple of minutes, open and close both of the doors, then start the engine again and try again but same results. As I was in the garage, I left the car parked with the top down, and came back half an hour later. Thes started the car again, and the roof operation worked well, as usual. This is the second time that this exact thing happens. Any ideas? Could this be some of the roof microswitches problem? I read some about the roof engine and the fluid that is inside, could it be to be low on fluid? How can you check it?
Thanks to all and sorry for the long post!
Reply
Old Apr 12, 2005 | 10:59 AM
  #2  
bigfathairybika's Avatar
Newbie
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
The roof hydrolic fluid is in the boot on the right hand side behind a cover.

The level marker is a ridge on the plastic translucent container.


And oh yes oh yes it could definately be those pesky microswitches.
Reply
Old Apr 12, 2005 | 11:42 AM
  #3  
FernandoSLK's Avatar
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Almeria, Spain
SLK 230 K 1998
Thanks for the info, I´ll check the fluid level but I´m afraid I´m going to have to go to the dealer to get those switches checked.
Reply
Old Apr 14, 2005 | 05:34 AM
  #4  
Petmerctech's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 254
Likes: 3
This definitely sounds like a case of sticking microswitches.
Reply
Old Apr 16, 2005 | 10:44 PM
  #5  
dougw246's Avatar
Newbie
 
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
From: Indiana
2002 SLK 32
Probably the switches

See the following link:

https://mbworld.org/forums/slk-class-r170/97498-buying-99-a.html
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:24 PM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE