2003 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 94

Controls in detail Seats Folding up the backrest Pull lock button 1 up and unfold backrest until it locks in place. Make sure that the seat belt is not caught in the seat. Check for secure locking by pulling and pushing on the backrest. The red backrest lock indicator at lock button 1 is not visible in the locked position. Install head restraint ( page 92). Slide seat rearward to desired position ( page 93). Adjust front seats to desired position. Manual seats ( page 35) and power seats ( page 37). Lowering the rear seat Pull lever 2 in direction of arrow. Pull release lever 3 and push down rear seat until it locks in place. Fold down the backrest ( page 93). Adjust front seats to desired position. Manual seats ( page 35) and power seats ( page 37). Folding up the rear seat 1 Release button 2 Lever 3 Release lever Close cup holder in rear center console ( page 155). Move front seats forward. Manual seat ( page 35) or power seat ( page 37). Press and hold release button 1 to unlock lever 2. Move front seats forward. Manual seat ( page 35) or power seat ( page 37). Pull release lever 3 and raise rear seat until it locks in place. Warning! G Failure to assure that seats are locked into place could result in an increased chance of injury in an accident. 94