Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 106

Soft top (Cabriolet)
104
On both sides, pull the straps through
X
behind the soft-top compartment hinges in
the direction of the arrow D.
Route the straps through the created loops.
X
Pull the straps between the soft-top com-
X
partment hinges and the soft-top compart-
ment.
i Do not pull the straps as long as the trunk
is open.
Place straps E on the soft-top compart-
X
ment lid.
i
Take the hex-socket wrench and the
SmartKey out of the trunk if necessary. You
can only access the trunk again once you
have fully closed the soft top manually.
Make sure that catch B is not pulled again.
X
If this happens, pull out catch B again and
turn it about a quarter turn counter-clock-
wise.
Close the trunk lid.
X
! The trunk lid must be closed for the next
steps. The soft top compartment cover
could otherwise collide with the trunk lid.
Each person takes a strap.
X
Pulling with force, simultaneously lift out
X
the cover of the soft-top compartment up
and out by the straps in the direction of the
arrow.
G WARNING
If anywhere other than the indicated gripping
points is gripped, you or others can become
trapped or stuck. There is a risk of injury.
Take off jewelry and watches. Only hold the
indicated gripping points. Do not reach
between the cover halves and into the hinges.
One person stands on the right-hand side
X
and the other person on the left-hand side
of the vehicle.
Grip the soft-top compartment with one
X
hand as illustrated.
Use the other hand to support yourself on
X
the edge of the trunk lid as illustrated.
Lift soft-top compartment lid F up as far
X
as it will go. In doing so, pull soft-top com-
partment cover F evenly to the rear,
applying constant force.