2005 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 235

Controls in detail Useful features Ashtray Removing the ashtray insert Warning! Cigarette lighter G 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. The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum of 180 W. 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding knob Opening ashtray Briefly touch cover plate 1. 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. Press sliding knob 2 to the right. The insert will eject a short distance. Replacing the ashtray insert Press the insert into the frame until it snaps into place. 1 Cigarette lighter Switch on the ignition ( page 36). Push in cigarette lighter 1. The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. 233