2009 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 209

Controls in detail Loading and storing X Fold seat cushion 1 rearward and press the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages. X If need be, fold the head restraint forward by hand. Removing rear seat cushion Removing the rear seat cushions will provide you with a larger, flat cargo volume. X Fold the seat cushions forward (Y page 205). X Remove the head restraints (Y page 100). X Fold the seat backrest into the vertical position. ! Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada only): The electrical contact on the bottom of the seat cushion must be disconnected before removing the rear seat cushion. X Press the plug connection on the checkered surface and pull plug 2 for the seat heating out of the seat cushion. X i Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada only): When placing the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages. X Fold the seat backrest forward. Wagon ! To prevent damage, the following must be observed before folding the seat backrest forward: Rthe head restraints must be folded back and fully inserted Rthe front seat must be moved forward until sufficient clearance for folding procedure is achieved Rthe seat cushions must be folded forward Pull release lever 1 and remove the seat cushion by pulling it upward. ! Leave the seat cushion hinge in this position. The upholstery could be damaged if you fold the hinge back. 1 Release lever 2 Plug for rear seat heating (Canada only) Z 207