Mercedes-Benz

Using the stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest

WARNING Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly

If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain all objects they contain.

There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.

Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown around in such situations.

Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.

Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.

Always stow and secure heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in the boot.

WARNING ‑ Risk of accident or injury when using the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion

The cup holder cannot hold a container secure while the vehicle is in motion.

If you use a cup holder while the vehicle is in motion, the container may be flung around and liquids could be spilled. The vehicle occupants may come into contact with the liquid and if it is hot, they could be scalded. You could be distracted from traffic conditions and you may lose control of the vehicle.

Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is stationary.

Only use the cup holder for containers of the right size.

Always close the container, particularly if the liquid is hot.

Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.

NOTE Damage to the rear armrest due to body weight

When folded out, the rear armrest can be damaged by body weight.

Do not sit or support yourself on the rear seat armrest.

In vehicles with a foldable rear armrest, this can be folded down to allow the stowage compartments or the cup holders to be used. The available rear stowage compartments and cup holders vary depending on the vehicle equipment.

Fold down rear seat armrest

Press release catch

and swing the cover of the armrest upwards.