2011 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 257

Stowage areas X X 255 Check that the seat is correctly engaged. Set the seat head restraint to the desired position (Y page 102). Resetting the center seat in the 2nd row of seats Armrest position X Seat unlocked When the seat is unlocked, lock status indicator : is folded out and indicator area ; is clearly visible. X When the seat is unlocked, fold the backrest back until you hear the seat engage. Pull release loop : of seat ; in the direction of the arrow and hold it securely. The seat is released and folds up. X Press seat ; further down until the back of the seat engages in the armrest position. X Pull release loop : of the backrest in the direction of the arrow and hold it securely. X Fold the backrest backwards until you hear it engage. Securing cargos Lashing eyelets Observe the following notes on securing loads: Rsecure Seat locked When the seat is locked, lock status indicator : is folded in and indicator area ; is barely visible. the load using the cargo tie down rings. Rdo not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads. Rdo not route tie downs across sharp edges or corners. Rpad sharp edges for protection. Z Loading, stowing and features Lock verification indicator for the outer seats in the 2nd row of seats