2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS door lock

126 Interior equipment
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The following storage compartments are part of the
interior central locking system:
• eyeglasses compartment in the dashboard
• console storage compartments,
• rear storage compartments.
Integration with vehicle central locking system
When locking or unlocking the vehicle from the outside
by using the master key, the interior storage
compartments are also locked or unlocked (with lock in
position 1).Separate locking of storage compartments
Locking:
Turn master key to position 2 and remove from lock. The
storage compartments remain locked - even if the
vehicle is unlocked from the outside.
Unlocking :
Turn master key to position 1 and remove from lock.
If the vehicle was locked from the outside, the storage
compartments remain in the locked mode until the
vehicle is unlocked again from the outside.
Note:
When unlocking a door from the inside, on a vehicle
previously locked from the outside, the storage
compartments still remain locked.
In case of a malfunction the eyeglasses compartment
can still be opened. To do so, turn the master key to
position 3, return it to position 1, remove it from the
lock and press button p.

134 Garage door opener
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For operation in the USA only: This device complies
with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Warning: Changes or modification not expressly
approved by party responsible for compliance could void
the user’ s authority to operate the equipment.
Programming or reprogramming the integrated
remote control:
1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1
or 2.
2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the
device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches
(5 cm to 12 cm) away from the surface of the
integrated remote control located on the inside rear
view mirror, keeping the indicator lamp in view.3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-
held transmitter button and the desired integrated
remote control button. Do not release the buttons
until completing step 4.
4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control
will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be
released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates
successful programming of the new frequency
signal). To program the remaining two buttons,
follow ste ps 1 through 4.
Note:
If, after repeated attempts, you do not successfully
program the integrated remote control device to learn
the signal of the hand-held transmitter, the garage door
opener could be equipped with the “rolling code
feature”.

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Operation of remote control:
1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1
or 2.
2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate
the remote controlled device. The integrated remote
control transmitter continues to send the signal as
long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds.Erasing the remote control memory:
1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1
or 2.
2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side
buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the
control lamp blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of
all three channels.

137 Hardtop
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panorama roof (optional)
The removal or attachment of the hardtop can be carried
out by 2 persons.Removing hardtop
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Open doors.
3. Disconnect plug (1) for rear window defroster.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not place your hands between the hardtop and
the car body while the hardtop is being locked or
unlocked. Serious personal injury may occur.
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Attaching hardtop
1. Engage parking brake and turn key in steering lock
to position 2.
2. Lower roll bar, see page 118.
3. Open doors.
4. Turn radio and telephone off to lower power
antenna, turn key in steering lock to position 0 and
remove.5. From the rear of the vehicle, lift the hardtop
carefully over the attachment points (1) and locating
points (2). First guide the rear pins of the top
vertically into the rear attachment points, then
lower the roof onto the vehicle and locate the front
locking pins. Exercise caution when maneuvering
the top. To avoid paint damage, the top’s mounting
pins must not be allowed to contact the body.

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Notes:
A warning sounds when the driver’s door is opened
while the key is in steering lock position 1 or 0.
With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the
alternator (output) is limited.
It is therefore recommended that you turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop-
and-go traffic. This precaution helps to avoid draining of
the battery.
Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system
may be minimized by turning off the following power
consumers, for example: Heated seats, rear window
defroster.Caution!
To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible
dead battery, always remove the key from the steering
lock. Do not leave the key in steering lock position 0.

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Important!
Do not close a door with the windows fully closed while
the power supply is interrupted (battery disconnected or
empty).
Doing so could damage the window frame.
Note:
After reconnecting the battery also set the clock,
resynchronize the express feature of the power
windows, the electronic stability program (ESP) and the
adaptive damping System (ADS).
See page 79 for setting clock, page 41 for power
windows, page 193 for ESP and page 199 for ADS. Battery Recycling
Batteries contain materials that can harm the
environment with improper disposal.
Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain lead.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of
disposal.
Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old
batteries for recycling.

242 Towing the vehicle
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The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground
and the selector lever in position “N” for distances up to
30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h). The key must be in steering lock position 2.
To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the
transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft
be disconnected at the rear axle drive f lange for any
towing beyond a short tow to a nearby garage.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with
sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will damage
radiator and supports.
The use of wheel lift equipment will damage engine oil
pan.
Important!
When towing the vehicle, please, note the following:
With the automatic central locking activated and the
key in steering lock position 2, the vehicle doors lock if
the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are
turning at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or
more.
To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking,
deactivate the automatic central locking.When transporting vehicle on flat bed equipment, the
front end of the vehicle must be loaded first. Additional
ramping may be required for loading to protect bumper
fascia.
Note:
To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning
flasher in use, turn key in steering lock to position 2 and
activate combination switch for left or right turn signal
in usual manner – only the selected turn signal will
operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard warning
flasher will operate again.
Wa r n i n g !
With the engine not running, there is no power
assistance for the braking and steering systems. In
this case, it is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort in necessary to
brake and steer the vehicle.