2004 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 247

Controls in detail Useful features it in a convenient location in the vehicle. Secure vehicle from movement by setting the parking brake. Move the gear selector lever to position N. 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 rear seat ashtray Briefly press the top of the ashtray. The ashtray opens. Cigarette lighter The cigarette lighter is located in the center console compartment in front of the armrest ( page 26). Warning! G Only use rubber mat in conjunction with storing coins/tokens. Always remove rubber mat and/or all other contents and reinsert ashtray insert before placing hot cigarettes or other hot smoking materials in this compartment. Removing ashtray insert Warning! G Rear seat ashtray 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. 1 Cigarette lighter Turn ignition on. Push in cigarette lighter 1. The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. 247