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See that big square button on the center console on the right side of the shift knob....that's what you pull towards you to release the hardtop from the car's body. Do not forget to unplug the rear window defogger cord right next to the left rear window...it pulls straight up.

Check to make sure the top is ready to be removed by gently lifting the top...make sure all four corners are loose.

MOST IMPORTANTLY....YOU NEED A FULL GROWN ADULT MALE TO ASSIST YOU. Once the top is detached from the hydraulic grabbers (I don't know what else to call them) Lift the roof straight up, making sure that the prongs sticking out from the bottom of the roof clear the car's body...at least 6 inches. Then, slowly ....the both of you walk towards the rear of the car until you completely clear the car...then set the hardtop on the ground until you figure out where you're going to store it.

Lastly....go for a spin with the top down....its great!

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Q: How do you remove the hardtop on Mercedes 1999 500sl?
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