2004 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 168

Controls in detail Useful features Ashtrays and cigarette lighter Ashtray and cigarette lighter in the front center console Removing ashtray insert Warning! Warning! G G Never touch the heating element or sides of the cigarette lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the steering lock. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. Remove 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 Ashtray 2 Cigarette lighter 3 Cover plate Opening the ashtray Briefly touch cover plate 3. The ashtray opens automatically. 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. Grip the insert on the sides and pull it out upwards. Reinstalling ashtray insert Install ashtray insert. Close the ashtray. i The cigarette lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum of 50 W. If the engine is off, the battery may become discharged when used for long periods of time. 168