2006 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 234

Controls in detail Useful features Ashtray Removing the ashtray insert Warning! Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come lose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 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. 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding knob Opening ashtray Briefly touch cover plate 1. The ashtray opens automatically. 1 Left cup holder 2 Right cup holder Opening Briefly press cup holder cover. The cup holder opens automatically. Closing ashtray Press cover plate 1 down until it latches. 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. 233