2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 329

Controls in detail Useful features Floormats* Infrared reflecting windshield* Warning! G Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fastened using eyelets 2 and retainer pins 1. Before driving off, check that the floormats are securely in place and adjust them if necessary. A loose floormat could slip and hinder proper function of the pedals. 1 Retainer pin 2 Eyelet Removing Pull floormat off of retainer pins 1. 1 Infrared transparent areas Your vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass, which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic devices (e.g. electronic toll collection devices). To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, infrared transparent areas are placed in the windshield. i To install or remove the floormats more easily, move the driver's seat or front passenger seat as far to the rear as possible ( page 43). Remove the floormat. Installing Lay down the floormat in the respective footwell. Press floormat eyelets 2 onto retainer pins 1. 328