2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 48

Getting started Adjusting Make sure that you can reach the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent at the elbows you can move your legs freely all displays (including malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible The steering wheel adjustment release handle is located on the lower left of the steering column. To unlock the steering wheel, pull release handle 1 out to its stop limit. Move steering wheel to the desired position. Push release handle 1 back to its original position to relock the steering wheel. The steering wheel is locked into position again. Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in and out before driving off. Steering wheel adjustment, electrical* Warning! G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Release handle 47