How hard should it be to close and latch shells?

[Joesplace]

The rear shell on our 2005 2720sl closes ok but the front shell is difficult. I have to stand on the foot hold and jump hard to latch. I weigh over 200 lbs so I know it's taking alot to latch that front shell. My wife can't do it at all so my question is, how hard should it be to close and latch?

Thanks . . . .