Mercedes-Benz S 320, Operator'S Manual

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54 Seats
Technical
data
Instruments
and controls
Operation Driving
Instrument
cluster display
Practical hints Car care Index
Backrest
1 Release lever
Folding forward:
Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest forward. The seat
will automatically slide forward and the head restraint
will move down.
Folding back:
Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest back. The seat
and head restraint return to their previous positions.
To interrupt the procedure, activate the power seat
switch.
Notes:
The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety
feature. The automatic process is interrupted, if the
backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an
occupant or object. The seat will slide forward, stop, and
make 3 attempts sliding backward.
To halt the automatic process, activate the power seat
switch. Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.
Now use memory button or power seat switch to bring
seat into desired position.
The backrest release lever (1) also serves as a rest for
the front seat belt, bringing it within easy reach.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your
vehicle.
The power seats can also be operated with the
driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle or with access
to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious personal injury.
Never place hands under seat or near any moving
parts during a seat adjustment procedure.