center console MERCEDES-BENZ R-Class 2011 W251 User Guide

XAt the same time, reach into recess ;.XLift center console : by recess ;
upwards in the direction of the arrow to
release center console : from anchoring
points =.XRemove center console : from the
vehicle.
i Supporting base ? cannot be removed.
Installing the center console
GWarning
The rear center console must be properly
attached to the rear center console base
when the vehicle is in motion. The rear center
console could otherwise come loose. It could
be thrown around in the vehicle interior,
causing injury to the vehicle occupants
during:
R braking
R vehicle maneuvers
R an accident
You can install the center console in two
different positions. In the foremost position
(position 1) you can extend the cargo
compartment fully ( Y page 251) without
removing the center console.
i The stowage compartment and cup
holder will only be illuminated if the center
console is installed in the rear position
(position 0).
XPosition center console B above
supporting base =.XMount the retainers of center console B
using anchoring points ? (position 1) or
A (position 0) of basic carrier =.XGuide the front part of center console B
downwards in the direction of the arrow to
supporting base =.
Center console B must rest on supporting
base =.XPush the front part of center console B
downwards until you hear center console
B engage in securing rings : (position 1)
or ; (position 0).
Enlarging the luggage compartment
Important safety guidelines
GWarning!
When expanding the cargo volume, always
fully fold the corresponding seats and, if so
equipped, always use the cargo net when
transporting cargo.
Unless you are transporting cargo, the seat
backrests must remain properly locked in the
upright position.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
Always use the cargo tie-down rings.
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! Make absolutely sure that you adhere to
the specified folding order when fully
enlarging the cargo compartment:
R fold down the center seat in the 2nd row
of seats (7-seat vehicles)
R fold down the outer seats in the 2nd row
of seats
R fold down the seats in the 3rd row of
seats
You could otherwise damage the seats.
Folding down the center seat in the 2nd
row of seats
! Close the cup holder in the 2nd row of
seats before folding down the 2nd row of
seats. You could otherwise damage the
seats or cup holder.XLower the head restraint on the center seat
in the 2nd row of seats fully ( Y page 102).XPull release loop : in the direction of the
arrow.XFold backrest ; forwards completely until
it is resting on seat cushion = (armrest
position).
Armrest position
XPull release loop ? in the direction of the
arrow and hold it securely.
The seat is released and folds up.XPress seat A further down until the front
of the seat engages in the trunk floor
position.
Trunk floor position
Folding down the outer seats in the 2nd
row of seats
! If you want to fold the outer seats down
in the 2nd row of seats, the front seats must
not be in the rearmost position. Otherwise,
you could damage the front seats and outer
seats in the 2nd row.
! Close the cup holder in the 2nd row of
seats before folding down the 2nd row of
seats. You could otherwise damage the
seats or cup holder.
XMove the seat concerned in the 2nd row to
its rearmost position ( Y page 103).XRemove the center console for the 2nd row
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iThe center console in the 2nd row of seats
can remain in place if it is installed in the
foremost position (position1)
( Y page 249). However, the loading surface
will not be level.XRemove the head restraint of the seat
concerned ( Y page 102).XLay the head restraints on the seat cushion
of the corresponding seat.XRelieve the pressure on backrest : and
pull release lever ; upwards in the
direction of the arrow beyond the pressure
point to the stop.
Backrest : and the seat are unlocked.XFold backrest : forwards until it is resting
horizontally on the seat cushion.XNow push backrest : down further until
seat cushion ; engages on the floor.Folding down the seats in the 3rd row of
seatsXPush down the respective head restraints
in the 3rd row as far as they will go
( Y page 102).XClamp the seat belt behind retainer ;.XPull release handle : of backrest =
upwards in the direction of the arrow.
Backrest = is released.XFold backrest = slowly forwards.
Seat cushion C is released and moves
automatically to a vertical position.
i Loop D can be used to pull the backrests
of the 3rd row of seats upright when the
seats are moved into the original position
( Y page 254).
XAfter it has been moved to a vertical
position automatically, fold seat cushion
C further forwards until it reaches a
horizontal position. In doing so, make sure
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and right roof rails are only stabilized by
means of the basic carrier bars being
mounted.
Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions. Otherwise, an improperly
attached roof rack system or its load could
become detached from the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum roof load of
220 lb (100 kg).
Take into consideration that when the roof
rack is loaded, the handling characteristics
are different from those when operating the
vehicle without the roof rack loaded.
! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof carriers that have been tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
This helps to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
Position the cargo on the roof rack in such
a way that the vehicle will not sustain
damage even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle equipment,
ensure that when the roof carrier is
installed you can:
R raise the tilt/sliding sunroof fully
R open the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel fully
R open the tailgate fully
Fastening the roof carrierXFold covers : upwards.XOnly secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers :.XObserve the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Features
Cup holder
Points to observe before use
GWarning
In order to help prevent spilling liquids on
vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment,
only use containers that fit into the cup
holder. Use lids on open containers and do
not fill containers to a height where the
contents, especially hot liquids, could spill
during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an
accident. 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.
When not in use, keep the cup holder closed.
An open cup holder may cause injury to you
or others when contacted during braking,
vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident.
Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup
holder may come loose during braking,
vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be
thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects
thrown around in the vehicle interior may
cause an accident and/or serious personal
injury.
Cup holder in the center console
In the upper center console, there is a cup
holder and a removable support with a card
holder
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XTo remove the card holder: raise card
holder ; at the rear and remove.
Card holder with bottle opener
Cards and car park tickets can be inserted
into the slot in the center.
The bottle opener is located under the card
holder. It can be use to open both screw
caps = and crown caps ?.
i If you take out the card holder, you can
remove the rubber insert for cleaning.
XTo install the card holder: insert lugs A
into the openings.XAlign card holder ; at the bottom and
insert into cup holder :.
Cup holder for the second row of seats
below the center air vents
Opening the cup holder
! Close the cup holder if you are not using
it and before folding down the second row
of seats.
Short wheelbase vehicles with a center
console for the second row of seats do not
have a cup holder below the center air vents.
XPress button ;.
Cover : opens automatically.XPull cover : down in the direction of the
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XPull cup holder = out to the stop in the
direction of the arrow.
Closing the cup holder
XMake sure that there is no drink container
in the cup holder.XPush cup holder = forwards into the
stowage compartment until it engages.XClose cover :.
Cup holder in the center console
Cup holder in the third row of seats
The cup holders are located in the side trim
on the left and right-hand sides.
Sun visors
GWarning
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.
Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors
closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Reflected glare can endanger you and others.
:Mirror light;Bracket=Vanity mirror?Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticketAMirror cover
Vanity mirror in the sun visor
Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor
is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover
A has been folded up.
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Glare from the sideXFold down sun visor :.XPull sun visor : out of retainer =.XSwing sun visor : to the side.XVehicles with a sliding sunroof: fold
down additional sun visor ; to the
windshield.
Roller sunblinds for the rear side
windows
The roller sunblinds for the rear side windows
are only available in the USA.
XTo extend: pull the roller sunblind out by
tab ; and hook it onto retainers : at the
top of the window.
! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand.
Do not let it snap back suddenly as this
would damage the automatic roller
mechanism.
! Do not drive the vehicle with the roller
sunblind hooked in and the side windows
opened simultaneously. The roller sunblind
can jump out of the retainers and spring
back suddenly when driving at high speeds,
e.g. when driving on the freeway. This could
damage the inertia reel. Therefore, either
close the side window or retract the roller
sunblind before driving at high speeds.
Ashtray
Ashtray in the cockpit
i There is a stowage space under the
ashtray.
! The stowage space under the ashtray is
not heat resistant. Before placing lit
cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that
the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise,
the stowage space could be damaged.
XTo open: open cover : (Y page 247).XTo remove the insert: reach into the
recess on the rear of insert ;.XPull insert ; upwards and remove it.XTo refit the insert: press insert ; into the
opening from above and press it down until
it engages.
Ashtray in the second row of seats
Short wheelbase vehicles with a center
console in the second row of seats do not
have an ashtray below the center console.
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insertion and removal or by sockets that do
not fit correctly. A damaged socket can
cause the cigarette lighter to stop working.
Center console, front
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XOpen cover :(Y page 247).XPress in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ; will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
12 V sockets
Points to observe before use
! If you are using all sockets in the vehicle,
make sure that you do not exceed the
maximum current draw of 55 A. Otherwise,
you will overload the fuses.
The socket can be used for accessories with
a maximum power consumption of 240 W,
e.g. lamps or chargers for mobile phones.
If you use the socket for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.Socket in the front-passenger footwell XLift up the cover of socket :.
Socket in the cockpit
!
If accessories are connected, make sure
that a maximum current draw of 15 A is not
exceeded. Otherwise, you will overload the
fuse.
! The socket is not suitable for operating
the electric air pump.
XOpen cover : (Y page 247).XRemove cover ; from the socket.
i
On vehicles with the smoker's package, a
cigarette lighter is installed instead of the
socket ( Y page 264).
Socket in the second row of seats
! If accessories are connected, make sure
that a maximum current draw of 20 A is not
exceeded. Otherwise, you will overload the
fuse.
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devices, such as games consoles, chargers
and laptops, should not consume more than
a maximum of 150 W altogether.
Requirements for operation of these devices:
R 12 V power sockets in the footwell of the
second row of seats and in the stowage
compartment must be functioning
correctly ( Y page 265).
R the plug of the electronic device is plugged
into the 115 V power socket :.
R the on-board voltage is within a permissible
voltage range.
R the maximum wattage of the device to be
connected must not exceed 150 W.XOpen flap =.XInsert the plug of the electrical device into
the 115 V power socket :.
Indicator lamp ; lights up.
If indicator lamp ; does not light up, please
read the chapter on malfunctions.
XTo turn off: disconnect the plug from the
115 V power socket :.
Ensure that you do not pull on the cord.XClose flap =.
Possible causes of malfunction:
R the on-board voltage of the vehicle is not
within the permissible voltage range.
R the temperature of the DC/AC converter is
momentarily too high.
R some small electronic devices have a
constant nominal power of less than
150 W, but a very high inrush current.
These devices will not work. If you connect
such a device, the 115 V power socket :
will not supply it with power.
If indicator lamp ; still does not light up,
consult a specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
mbrace 34
Important safety guidelines
! A license agreement must exist in order
to activate the mbrace service. Make sure
that your system is activated and ready for
use, and press the E MB info call button
to register. If you cannot carry out any of
the steps mentioned, the system may not
be activated.
If you have any questions concerning
activation, please contact one of the
following service hotlines:
R USA: Response Center under
866-990-9007
R Canada: Customer Service under
1-888-923-8367
Shortly after successfully registering with the
mbrace service, a user ID and password will
be sent to you by post. You can use this
password to log in to the mbrace section
under "Owners Online" at http://
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.
The mbrace system is available if:
R it has been activated and is operational.
Activation requires an available cellular
phone network, a valid SIM card and a
service subscription to a surveillance
service provider.
R the battery is sufficiently charged.
R the corresponding cellular phone network
is available for transmitting data to the
Customer Center.
i Determining the location of the vehicle on
a map is only possible if there is sufficient
GPS reception and the vehicle position can
be forwarded to the Customer Center.
34 The system is called TELEAID in Canada.
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