2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 298

Controls in detail Loading Returning seats to their original position Warning! Make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright position and are properly locked An outboard second-row seat is properly locked only when lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position and red marking 2 is barely visible, see "Lock status indicators (outboard second-row seats)" ( page 298). If a seat and seat backrest are not properly locked, the seat could move forward and the seat backrest could fold. You could slide under the seat belt during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. ! When returning the seats to their original position, it is important to proceed in the following order: third-row seats outboard second-row seats second-row middle seat* Otherwise, you could damage the seats. Outboard second-row seats Pull release lever 3 past the resistance point as far as it will go ( page 295) and move up the seat backrest to an angle of approximately 45 degrees. Install the head restraint ( page 137). Adjust the seat backrest to the desired position ( page 134). Check whether the seat is properly locked, see "Lock status indicators (outboard second-row seats)" ( page 298). Adjust the seat fore or aft to the desired position ( page 134). G Third-row seats ! Do not fold up seat cushion 7 before folding seat backrest 3, see "Folding third-row seats" ( page 296), as this could damage the upholstery. Reach into strap 8 ( page 296) and pull seat backrest 3 ( page 296) into a vertical position. Pull release handle 2 ( page 296) and adjust seat backrest 3 ( page 296) to the desired position. Move seat cushion 7 ( page 296) to a vertical position. Fold seat cushion 7 ( page 296) towards the seat backrest until it audibly engages. 297