Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 251)

Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
seat backrests.
If so equipped, always use the cargo net when
transporting cargo. The cargo net cannot
secure hard or heavy objects.
Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy
objects.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
R braking
R vehicle maneuvers
R an accident
Stowage compartments in the front
Glove box
i Depending on the vehicle's equipment,
you will find an AUX IN jack or a Media
Interface installed in the glove box. A Media
Interface is a universal interface for mobile
audio equipment, e.g. for an iPod
® or USB
device (see the separate COMAND
operating instructions).
X To open: pull handle : and open glove box
flap ;.
X To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards
until it engages.
The glove box can only be locked and
unlocked using the mechanical key.
1 Glove box unlocked
2 Glove box locked
Stowage compartments in the center
console
Front stowage compartment
Rear stowage compartment
X Briefly press trim ; in the direction of the
arrow.
Cover : swings upwards.
i In vehicles with the smoker's package, an
ashtray is installed instead of the rear
stowage compartment (
Y page 265).
Stowage areas
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Stowing and features
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