Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Problems with the sliding sunroof
Problem: the sunroof cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause.
WARNING
You could be severely or even fatally injured
when closing the sliding sunroof with
increased closing force or if the antientrapment
feature is deactivated. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when
closing the sliding sunroof.
If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly:
► Immediately after the sliding sunroof
blocks, pull the switch in the
overhead control panel down to the point
of resistance and hold it until the sliding
sunroof is closed.
The sliding sunroof is closed with increased force.
If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly:
► Immediately after the sliding sunroof
blocks, pull the switch in the
overhead control panel down to the point
of resistance and hold it until the sliding
sunroof is closed.
The sliding sunroof is closed without the anti-entrapment feature.
WARNING
Pressing and holding the sliding sunroof
switch to close the sliding sunroof
immediately after it had been blocked two
times will cause the sliding sunroof to close
without the anti-entrapment feature for as
long as you hold the switch.
If the sliding sunroof still cannot be
opened or closed due to a malfunction,
contact a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Operating the sliding sunroof
Opening and closing
You can continue to operate the sliding
sunroof after switching off the engine or
removing the SmartKey from the ignition
lock. This function is available for up to five
minu ...
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