2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 130

Controls in detail Seats With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open the driver's door with the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 ( page 39) or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position 1 ( page 41) Warning! G Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion. All steering wheel adjustments must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ! 7-seat vehicles*: Do not use the driver's side easy-entry/exit feature for third-row seats when the second-row middle seat is in armrest position. Otherwise, the seat belt outlet of the second-row middle seat could damage the seat backrest of the outboard seat. Easy-entry feature for third-row seats The releases for the easy-entry feature are located on the entry side and the back of each outboard second-row seat. i If the current position for the steering wheel is in the uppermost tilt position, the steering wheel will no longer be able to move upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted, when the engine is started. Easy-entry/exit feature for third-row seats This feature allows for easier access to and exit from the vehicle's third-row seats. Warning! G To help avoid personal injury, the second-row seat backrests must be properly locked either in the upright position or, when using the expanded cargo compartment, in the fully folded position while the vehicle is in motion. 1 Easy-entry lever 129