Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Loading and storing
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Storage compartment
i If your vehicle is equipped with a 3-zone
automatic climate control, the storage
compartment is replaced by an adjustable
air vent (
Y
page 177).
Rear center console
The rear center console is located between
the second-row seats.
The rear center console contains a storage
compartment (
Y
page 221) and a cup holder
(
Y
page 225).
i When fully expanding the cargo
compartment, the rear center console has
to be removed from the vehicle in order for
the cargo compartment floor to be an even
plane (
Y
page 211).
Removing
G
Warning!
Remove all containers that may be stored
in the cup holders of the rear center
console. Otherwise liquids could spill on
vehicle occupants and/or vehicle
equipment. Hot liquids spilled on vehicle
occupants may cause serious personal
injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment
may cause damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
!
To prevent damage to the rear center
console and/or its components, make sure
the storage compartment is closed before
removing the rear center console.
i Remove all items from the rear armrest
storage compartment (
Y
page 221) of the
rear center console to reduce its weight.
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Rear center console
2
Release handle
3
Rear center console base
4
Folding back
5
Handle
6
Anchorage points
Controls in detail