2005 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 234

Controls in detail Useful features Luggage compartment in the rear Warning! Pull strap 2 out of holder 1. Secure the luggage with the strap so that it cannot move. Insert strap 2 into latch 3. Releasing the strap Press release button 4 and guide strap 2 back to holder 1. Warning! G Secure all pieces of luggage in the rear with the luggage straps. Unsecured pieces of luggage can otherwise cause injury during a braking maneuver and can increase the risk of injury in an accident. Never allow anyone to ride in the rear. The luggage straps can only secure light luggage items. Carry heavy pieces of luggage in the trunk. The rear compartment area is not designed or intended to accommodate occupants. Severe personal injury or death may be the result in an accident. G The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will avoid such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sudden maneuver. The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. 1 Holder 2 Strap 3 Latch 4 Release button 232