2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 506

Controls in detail Useful features 1 Center console cigarette lighter Open the cover plate ( page 503). Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Push in cigarette lighter 1. The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. 1 Rear center console lighter Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Push in cigarette lighter 1. The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. ! The lighter socket can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard "cigarette lighter" plug type. Keep in mind, however, that connecting accessories to the lighter socket (for example extensive connecting and disconnecting, or using plugs that do not fit properly) can damage the lighter socket. With the socket damaged, the lighter may no longer be able to be placed in the heating (pushed-in) position, or the lighter may pop out too early with the lighter not hot enough. To help avoid damaging the cigarette lighter socket, we recommend connecting 12V DC electrical accessories designed for use with a standard "cigarette lighter" plug type to the 12V power outlets ( page 506) in your vehicle whenever possible. i Operation of the rear door lighters is only possible, if the override switch ( page 63) is deactivated. i If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged. 505