Mercedes-Benz 2005 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 249

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If the rear center seat is to be occupied
while driving, it may be necessary to
fold the seat belt buckle up again.
Returning seat backrest to original po-
sition
1 Seat cushion
2 Seat backrest
Swing seat backrest 2 to the rear until
it engages.
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Swing seat cushion 1 to the rear and
press down from the rear of the cush-
ion until it audibly engages.
Swing the head restraint forward by
hand until it engages.
Warning!
Always lock backrest in its upright position
when rear seat bench is occupied, or the ex-
tended cargo compartment is not in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when transporting cargo.
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