2003 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 206

Controls in detail Useful features Armrest storage spaces Changing inclination of armrest Pull up on armrest. Lowering armrest Pull handle 2 to lower armrest. Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Warning! i The storage compartment can be heated or cooled. Opening compartment in armrest Lift armrest by handle 1. Opening compartment under armrest Lift armrest by handle 2. The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space. When storing heat sensitive objects in the compartment, close the air vent ( page 155) while heating the passenger compartment. G Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects having sharp edges, in the parcel net. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants. ! Closing Lower armrest until it engages in lock. Do not obstruct the air vent in the storage compartment. 206