2003 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 231

Controls in detail Useful features Ashtrays Center console ashtray Removing ashtray insert Warning! Rear seat ashtray G Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. Set the parking brake to secure vehicle from movement. Move gear selector lever to position N. With gear selector lever in position N turn off the engine. Secure vehicle from movement by setting the parking brake. Move the selector lever to position N. Opening ashtray Briefly press the marking on the bottom of cover 1. The ashtray opens automatically. Now you have more room to take out the insert. Push sliding button 2 to the right and hold. Grip and remove insert from ashtray frame. Reinstalling ashtray insert Install insert by pushing it back into frame until it engages again. Opening ashtray Briefly press the top of the ashtray. The ashtray opens. 231