Mercedes-Benz 2009 C-Class Operator's Manual page 234

Controls in detail
Loading and storing
Folding seat backrest forward
Release handle
1
X
Open the trunk.
X
Pull on left and/or right release handle
1.
X
Fully retract the head restraints
( Y page 90).
X
If necessary, pull the driver's and/or front
passenger seat forward.
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Seat backrests
2
X
Fold seat backrests forward.
2
Setting up seat backrest
Seat backrests
1
X
Fold seat backrest rearward until it
1
engages.
! Make sure that the seat belt is not
pinched.
X
Adjust head restraints, if necessary.
X
Adjust front seats to desired position.
X
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the seat backrest.
G Warning!
Always lock seat backrest in its upright
position when rear seat bench is occupied,
or the extended cargo volume is not in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the seat backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or
sudden 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
collision or sudden maneuver, exercise
care when transporting cargo.
i To prevent unauthorized persons from
access to the trunk, always lock seat
backrest in its upright position.