2014 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class rear seats

Storing settings
General notes With the memory function in the rear, you can
store up to three different settings, e.g. for
three different people.
The following settings are stored as a single
memory preset:
R position of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
R multicontour seat: the side bolsters of the
backrest as well as the contour of the
backrest in the lumbar and shoulder
regions
R seat heating: distribution of the heated
sections of the seat cushion and backrest
if the indicator lamp in the 0095button is
not lit.
The following settings are stored to a memory
position, if the indicator lamp in the 0095
button lights up:
R position of the footrest for the front-
passenger seat, if available
R position of the screen, if available
Vehicles without rear reclining seat X
To select the rear seat: press the0095
button repeatedly until the indicator lamp
in the button is not lit.
The rear-compartment seat is selected if
the indicator lamp in the button is not lit.
X Adjust the rear seat accordingly
(Y page 113).
or X
To select the front-passenger seat:
press the 0095button repeatedly until the
indicator lamp lights up.
The front-passenger seat is selected if the
indicator lamp in the button lights up.
X Adjust the front-passenger seat
accordingly (Y page 114).
X Press memory button Mand one of the
storage position buttons 1,2or 3within
three seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected
storage position.
Vehicles with a rear reclining seat X
To select the rear seat: press the0095
button repeatedly until the indicator lamp
in the button is not lit.
The rear-compartment seat is selected if
the indicator lamp in the button is not lit.
X Adjust the rear seat accordingly
(Y page 113).
or
X To select the front-passenger seat:
press the 0095button repeatedly until the
indicator lamp in the button lights up.
The front-passenger seat is selected if the
indicator lamp in the button lights up.
X Adjust the front-passenger seat
accordingly (Y page 114).
X Press the Mmemory button and then press
either the 1or 2memory button within
three seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected
storage position. Memory function in the rear compartment
135Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Z

You cannot store any settings on the button
for setting the reclined position.
The memory positions in the area for the
chauffeur mode can only be set when the
conditions for the chauffeur mode are fulfilled
(Y page 117). Calling up a stored setting
Vehicles without rear reclining seat X
Press and hold the relevant storage
position button 1,2or 3until the rear seat
or the front-passenger seat are in the
stored position.
i The seat adjustment procedure is
interrupted as soon as you release the
storage position button. The multicontour
seat setting or the 4-way lumbar support is
still carried out.
Vehicles with a rear reclining seat X
Press and hold the relevant storage
position button 1or 2until the rear seat or
the front-passenger seat is in the stored
position.
i The seat adjustment procedure is
interrupted as soon as you release the
storage position button. The multicontour
seat setting or the 4-way lumbar support is
still carried out. 136
Memory function in the rear compartmentSeats, steering wheel and mirrors

Vehicles with a rear bench seat:
X
To open: fold down the seat armrest.
X Pull handle 0043and fold the armrests
upwards. Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer
seats:
X To open: fold down the seat armrest.
X Pull up on handle 0043and fold the armrest
upwards.
Stowage compartment in the rear-
compartment center console Vehicles with individual seats and center
console in the rear:
X Pull up on handle 0043and fold the armrest
upwards.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a USB
port, an AUX-IN jack, a mobile phone bracket
or a 115 V or 230 V socket are installed in the
stowage compartment. Stowage box in the rear seat backrest
!
Do not sit on or support your body weight
on the rear seat armrest when it is folded
down, as you could otherwise damage it. Vehicles with a rear bench seat:
X
To open: fold down the rear armrest.
X Pull handle 0043and fold down cover 0044. Vehicles with individual seats and center
console in the rear:
X
To open: fold down the rear armrest.
X Pull handle 0043and fold down cover 0044.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a DVD
player is installed instead of a stowage
compartment.
Folding table G
WARNING
If the folding table is folded out while the
vehicle is in motion, passengers can be
thrown against it, particularly in the event of
an accident, heavy braking or a sudden
change of direction. There is a risk of injury. Stowage areas
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Z

Fold the folding table away before each
journey. X
To fold out: open rear armrest 0043
(Y page 319).
X Pull the folding table forwards and upwards
by recess 0044or0087 and swing outwards.
X Fold the table panels apart.
X To fold in: fold the table panels together
and swing in the folding table. Stowage nets
A stowage net is located in the front-
passenger footwell and there are ruffled
pockets on the back of the driver's and front-
passenger seats.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 316)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces (Y page 316). Securing cargo
Parcel net hooks General notes
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
R Secure the load using the parcel net hooks.
R Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads. R
Do not route tie-downs across sharp edges
or corners.
R Pad sharp edges for protection.
Trunk There are four parcel net hooks in the trunk.
Stowage well under the trunk floor
Under the trunk floor you can find a multi-
purpose recess, e.g. for TIREFIT. X
To open: open the trunk lid.
X Holding the ribbing, press handle 0044
downwards.
Handle 0044folds upwards.
X Swing trunk floor 0043upwards using
handle 0044until it rests against the trunk
partition. 320
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X
Fold covers 0043upwards in the direction of
the arrow.
X Only secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers 0043.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes !
Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The
drinks could otherwise spill.
Cup holder in the front-compartment
center console X
To open: open the stowage compartment
(Y page 317).
X To remove: slide catch0043forwards and
pull the cup holder upwards.
X To insert: make sure that the head unit
cover is closed.
X Insert the cup holder and slide catch 0043
back.
You can remove the cup holder and the
rubber mat for cleaning. Clean them with
clean, lukewarm water only. Cup holder in the rear seat armrest Vehicles with a rear bench seat
!
Do not sit on or support your body weight
on the rear seat armrest when it is folded
down, as you could otherwise damage it.
! Close the cup holder before folding the
rear seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup
holder could be damaged. X
Fold down the rear seat armrest.
X To open: press the front of cup holder 0043
or 0044.
Cup holder 0043or0044 extends automatically.
X To fold out: place a container in the cup
holder.
The cup holder folds down automatically.
X To fold in: remove the container.
The cup holder folds in automatically.
X To close: slide cup holder 0043or0044 back
until it engages.
Vehicles with electrically adjustable rear
bench seats
! Do not sit on or support your body weight
on the rear seat armrest when it is folded
down, as you could otherwise damage it. 322
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Cigarette lighter in the front
compartment
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 171).
X To open: briefly press marking 0087.
Stowage compartment 0044opens.
X Press in cigarette lighter 0043.
Cigarette lighter 0043will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
X To close: press stowage compartment 0044
closed until it locks.
Cigarette lighter in the rear
compartment Vehicles with a rear bench seat or
electrically adjustable rear seats Vehicles without a Rear Seat Entertainment
System
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 171).
X To open: briefly press cover 0044at the top.
The compartment opens.
X Press in cigarette lighter 0043.
Cigarette lighter 0043will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
X To close: press cover 0044closed until it
locks. Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment
System:
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 171).
X To open: briefly press cover 0044at the top.
The compartment opens.
X Press in cigarette lighter 0043.
Cigarette lighter 0043will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
X To close: press cover 0044closed until it
locks. Features
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Vehicles with individual seats in the rear
X
Press lid 0043of the socket compartment
briefly.
The socket compartment opens.
X Press in cigarette lighter 0044.
Cigarette lighter 0044will pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot. 12 V sockets
General notes X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1in the
ignition lock (Y page 171).
The sockets can be used for accessories with
a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A).
Accessories include such items as lamps or
chargers for mobile phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
i An emergency cut-out ensures that the
on-board voltage does not drop too low. If
the on-board voltage is too low, the power
to the sockets is automatically cut. This
ensures that there is sufficient power to
start the engine. Socket in the front-compartment center
console
X
To open: briefly press marking 0087.
Stowage compartment 0043opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket 0044.
X To close: press stowage compartment 0043
closed until it locks.
Socket in the rear compartment Vehicles with a rear bench seat or
electrically adjustable rear seats
Vehicles without a Rear Seat Entertainment
System
X
To open: briefly press cover 0044at the top.
The compartment opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket 0043.
X To close: press cover 0044closed until it
locks. 328
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Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment
System:
X
To open: briefly press cover 0044at the top.
The compartment opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket 0043.
X To close: press cover 0044closed until it
locks.
On vehicles with a 115 V socket, there is no
12 V socket in the center console in the rear
compartment.
Vehicles with individual seats in the rear X
Press lid 0043of the socket compartment
briefly.
The socket compartment opens.
X Lift up the cover of socket 0044.Socket in the trunk X
Lift up the cover of socket 0043. 115 V socket
Important safety notes G
DANGER
When a suitable device is connected, the
115 V power socket will be carrying a high
voltage. You could receive an electric shock
if the connector cable or the 115 V power
socket is pulled out of the trim or is damaged
or wet. There is a risk of fatal injury.
R Use only connector cables that are dry and
free of damage.
R When the ignition is off, make sure that the
115 V power socket is dry.
R Have the 115 V power socket checked or
replaced immediately at a qualified
specialized workshop if it is damaged or has
been pulled out of the trim.
R Never plug the connector cable into a
115 V power socket that is damaged or has
been pulled out of the trim. G
DANGER
If you reach into the power socket or plug
inappropriate devices into the power socket,
you could receive an electric shock. There is
a risk of fatal injury.
Only connect appropriate devices to the
power socket. Features
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