2001 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 217

Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Interior equipment Setting up rear seat bench 208 1. Pull backrest (4) up until it locks in its upright position. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest. The pop-up indicators (5) (left and right backrest section) are visible in unlocked position. With backrest sections in upright and locked position, the indicators (5) are fully lowered. 2. Fold seat cushion (3) back until it locks in place. Check for secure locking by pressing on the seat cushion. Warning! Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, cargo is being carried in the trunk, or the extended cargo area is not in use. Note: To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock backrest in its upright position.