Mercedes Sl500 Convertible Top Not Working. This is very sad cuz now I have it sitting in my garage. With years of d. 1998 sl500 convertible top will not go down or close properly one of the recievers is closed other open. MERCEDES BENZ SL R230 Convertible retracting top rubbing 2003 SL R230 I have no idea when this problem started but upon the final closing sequence of the truck lid rotating down to conceal the folding roof the truck lid just slightly comes in contact with both sides of the top corners of the each rear left right quarter panel.
Helpful Leave your answer. Yes we have removed the rear section of the convertible top to replace the rear glass. The switch just blinks when I try to lower the topIt seems to work when I hit the switch to close. The trunk lid only latched on the right side after lowering the convertible top. Discussion in Bodywork Tyres Wheels Trim. I have a 2000 Mercedes SL500.
If you cannot get the hardtop to work and the switch indicator light is flashing it may be jammed.
It is in the closed position but will not retract. Give us a call. Joanne S July 30 2020 3 Views 1 Answer Betty W answered on July 30 2020 If the convertible top in a mercedes-benz sl500 is not working it most likely means low fluid level or air in the hydraulic lines. Yes we have removed the rear section of the convertible top to replace the rear glass. With years of d. Whys my mercedes sl500 convertible top not working.