2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 366

Controls in detail Memory function Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat backrest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach, and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also the section on air bags ( page 42) for proper seat positioning. In addition, adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control, reach, operation and comfort. Both the interior and exterior rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rear vision. Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2. With the memory function you can store up to 3 different configurations. Each stored position on the driver's side includes the following settings: Driver's seat, head restraint height and backrest position Multicontour seat*: previously saved setting Drive-dynamic multicontour seat*: activation/deactivation Steering wheel position Exterior rear view mirrors position Warning! Each stored position on the passenger side includes the following settings: Seat position and lumbar support Multicontour seat*: previously saved setting Drive-dynamic multicontour seat*: activation/deactivation Each stored position in the rear passenger compartment includes the following settings (Canada only): Seat position Multicontour seat*: previously saved setting G Do not activate the memory function while driving. Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. 365