Mercedes-Benz E 320 Wagon 1999 Additions to Manual - Manual (Page 12)

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Enlarging cargo area:
The cargo area can be enlarged by
placing the seat cushions in a vertical
position and removing them. To
remove each seat cushion, pull up the
lever (6) on the underside of the seat
and pull the seat cushion out its
hinges.
Folding the backrest forward:
When folding the backrest forward, the
hinge pins must rest in the brackets at
the backrest. It is not necessary to
remove the head restraints before
folding the backrest forward if the seat
cushion has been removed.
When reinstalling the seat cushion, be
sure to lock the respective seat cushion
into its hinges.
In addition, when transporting extremely
long items, push front passenger seat
forward, remove its head restraint and
lower its backrest to the rear.
Notes:
It must be ensured that the heating
elements of the rear window defroster
are not damaged by cargo rubbing
against them.
With twin-reel roller installed: When
folding the backrest down, fold the right
section first and then the left section. If
only the left section is to be folded, first
remove the twin-reel roller blind (see
Luggage Cover in Index).
Warning!
In an accident, during hard braking
or sudden maneuvers, loose items
will be thrown around inside the
vehicle, and can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items
are securely fastened in the vehicle.
Always lock backrest in its upright
position when rear seat bench is
occupied, or the extended cargo
area is not in use. Check for secure
locking by pushing and pulling on
the backrest.
Never drive vehicle with tailgate
open. Deadly carbon monoxide
(CO) gases may enter vehicle
interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.