2000 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 43

Instruments and controls Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 40 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Power seats (standard; optional on model ML 320) We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order: 1 Seat, up /down Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached. 2 Seat adjustment, fore /aft Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls. The slide switches are located on the entry side of each front seat base. Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver's or passenger's door open, the power seats can also be operated with the key removed or in steering lock position 0). 3 Seat cushion tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported. 4 Backrest tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.