Mercedes-Benz 2008 M-Class Operator's Manual page 278

Place load between the cargo net and
the side wall of the cargo compart-
ment.
Press locking button 3 on belt
reel 1. With the other hand, slowly
pull net over load until it is taut.
Telescoping rod
1 Telescoping rod
2 Mounting element
i
The telescoping rod can be used to tighten
the load against the rear seats so as to secure it
from slipping.
Insert one mounting element 2 into
each cargo rail.
Turn mounting element 2 in cargo rail
to N.
Insert telescoping rod 1 into mount-
ing element 2.
Turn mounting element 2 in cargo rail
until it engages in the ‹ position.
You should be able to feel the mounting
element engage in the cargo rail.
Controls in detail
Removing rear seat cushions
If your vehicle is equipped with the cargo
management system* you can remove the
rear seat cushions.
Removing the rear seat cushions will pro-
vide you with a larger cargo compartment.
Fold the seat cushions forward
( page 269).
Example illustration passenger-side
1 Release lever
2 Plug for seat heating*
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