2002 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 75

Instruments and controls Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 72 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Backrest Warning! The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place and, therefore, must be locked in place with the vehicle in motion. Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place. If the warning message "SEAT BACKREST LEFT - LOCK!" or "SEAT BACKREST RIGHT - LOCK!" is displayed in the multifunction display, then the respective backrest is not engaged in its lock. Carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is in a safe distance from the roadway. Always provide sufficient room behind the backrest and fold the backrest all the way back until it locks in place. The warning message is no longer displayed as soon as the backrest is locked in place. If both backrests are locked in place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, and lock your vehicle. Folding forward: Lift release lever and fold backrest forward. The seat will automatically slide forward and the head restraint will move down. Folding back: Lift release lever and fold backrest back. The seat and head restraint return to their previous positions. To interrupt the procedure, activate the power seat switch located in the front door.