2004 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 240

Controls in detail Loading Removal of ski sack You can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying. Warning! Split rear bench seat To expand the cargo area, you can fold down the left and right rear seat backrests. The two sections can be folded down separately. Warning! G Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death. G i To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always close the flap. 1 Button 2 Ski sack frame 3 Flap Open trunk lid. Press button 1. The flap 3 opens downward. Press button 1 firmly until ski sack frame 2 is released. Pull ski sack frame 2 with ski sack out. Installing the ski sack Install the ski sack in the reverse order. Push ski sack frame 2 with ski sack inward until the ski sack frame snaps into place. Close flap 3. Close trunk lid. When expanding the luggage compartment, always fold the seat cushions fully forward. Unless you are transporting cargo, the backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. Always use the cargo tie down rings ( page 243). 240