Mercedes-Benz 2003 CLK 500 - Manual (Page 37)

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Getting started
Adjusting
Folding backrests forward
̈ Pull the release lever forward and
swing the backrest to the front.
Folding backrests to the rear
̈ Fold back and push the backrest until
the seat cushion and backrest audibly
engage into the driving position.
More information can be found in the
“Controls in detail” section (
୴ page 97).
Steering wheel Steering wheel adjustment
The stalk is located on the steering column
(lower left).
1 Steering column, lengthen or shorten
2 Steering column, height
̈ Turn the key in the starter switch to
position 1 or 2.
or
̈ Press the KEYLESS GO* start/stop
button once or twice.
or
̈ Open the driver’s door.
i
The head restraint is automatically low-
ered.
Warning!
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Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv-
ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driv-
ing could cause the driver to lose control of
the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
key from the starter switch, take the Smart-
Key with KEYLESS-GO* (if so equipped) with
you and lock your vehicle.
The electrical steering wheel adjustment
feature can also be operated with the driv-
er’s door open. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehi-
cle equipment may cause an accident
and/or serious personal injury.