Slks vario retractable hardtops are probably their biggest single selling point.
Mercedes vario roof module.
R129 model is the same.
Next cylinders 4 5 unlock the tubular frame.
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Next y5 energizes causing cylinder 3 to unlock the front vario roof locks.
This impressive system coordinates switches cables and hydraulics.
A124 are very similar.
However the top can be a huge headache when it doesn t work as intended.
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Ever since the launch of the first slk in 1996 this has been ensured by a vario roof which converts the roadster into a coupé with a fixed roof at the touch of a button and in just a few seconds.
Vario roof r171troubleshootingtree noise leaktightness fit and function analyses as well as important repairs including related damage codes ssl and chassis numbers vin.
In this tech article you will learn how to find and fix vario roof switches.
Pump builds pressure y1 energizes then y3 and y4 energize forcing roof forward to ease tension on locks.
Since then mercedes benz engineers have constantly refined the vario roof even further and maintained the slk s pioneering role in this technology.
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Carsoft 7 4 can access the vario roof module through pin 20 on a 38pin connector using the vd digital test would also be available on obd11 connector via breakout box pin unknown vario roof codes bi000 multi function control unit n10 3 faulty replace n10 3 bi0i0 voltage terminal 30e 10 v bi0ii voltage terminal 30e 15 bi0i6 terminal 31a missing front power windows and inside light not functioning.
Switches s69 2 3 confirm it s not locked.
If the controller senses that one component isn t working it can cancel the whole job of lowering or raising the roof.