Enlarged Cargo Area. Split Folding Rear Seat Backrest - Mercedes-Benz W202 Owner's Manual

Enlarged Cargo Area.
Split Folding Rear Seat Backrest
On vehicles with optional split folding rear seat backrest you can fold down the two sections separately
to enlarge the cargo area.
Fold down:
Pull locking handle and fold backrest forward.
Set up:
Pull backrest up until it locks in its upright position. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on
the backrest.
Warning !
Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers,
cargo is being carried in the trunk, or the extended cargo area is not in use.
Note:
To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock backrest in its upright position.
1. Locking handle, left backrest
2. Locking handle, right backrest
3. Pass-through
4. Indicator, right backrest lock,
visible in unlocked position
5. Indicator, left backrest lock,
not visible in locked position