2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 500

Controls in detail Loading and storing Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose 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. i You can remove the cup holder to clean it. Only clean it using clear, lukewarm water. Removing: Pull cup holder out by pulling silver handle 2 upward in direction of arrow. Inserting: Press downward until it engages. While doing so, make sure that the word "Front" is in the proper installation position. Vehicles with control panel* in rear armrest Cup holder in front center console Cup holder in rear 1 Compartment for cup holder Opening: Press front of cup holder 1. 1 Mark 2 Handle Opening: Press mark 1 on the front. Closing: Fold cover in until it engages. Vehicles without control panel* in rear armrest 1 Compartment for cup holder Opening: Press mark 1 on the front. 499