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Mechanical operation of fuel filler flap

Access for manual operation of the fuel filler flap is obtained behind the
right trim panel in the trunk. The trim panel should be removed to simplify
operating the emergency release. The fuel filler flap is opened manually
in the same way as the W203.
Refer also to the Operator's Manual.

Manually cancelling Parklock

If an electrical fault exists, it is possible to mechanically cancel the lock of
the selector lever in position P. For example for towing the car.
Open the stowage compartment in the center console.
Remove the cup holder.
Hold the lid fixed at 45.
Push a suitable object 1 (e.g. a pin) through the hole and press the pin
down.
While pressing the pin down move the selector lever our of position P.
Remove the pin 1.
The selector lever now moves freely until it is again moved into position
P.

Opening/closing sliding-tilting roof/panoramic roof mechanically

The drive is concealed behind the overhead control panel.
Fold down the cover (1).
Insert the crank (2) into the hexagon socket below the opening (1).
Open or close the roof by turning in the appropriate direction.
If the sliding/tilting roof has been operated mechanically, it then has to
be calibrated.

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