Mercedes-Benz E-Sedan 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 296)

X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
X To open: slide cover : forwards until it
engages.
X Press in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ; will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
X To close: press cover : briefly at the
front.
The cover moves back.
12 V sockets
Points to observe before use
The sockets can be used for accessories, e.g.
lamps or mobile phone chargers with a
maximum current draw of 180 W (15 A).
If you use the sockets for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the
ignition lock.
i An emergency cut-out ensures that the
on-board voltage does not drop too low. If
the on-board voltage is too low, the power
to the sockets is automatically cut. This
ensures that there is sufficient power to
start the engine.
Socket in the front-compartment center
console
X To open: slide cover : forwards until it
engages.
X Lift up the cover of socket ;.
X To close: press cover : briefly at the
front.
The cover moves back.
Socket in the rear-compartment center
console
X Briefly press cover ; at the top.
The cover opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket :.
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Features
Stowing and features