Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2013 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 343)

X Pull release handle = in the direction of
the arrow.
The backrest is released.
X
Fold the backrest forwards until it reaches
the cargo compartment position.
X Guide seat belts ; under respective
clips :.
Folding the rear bench seat back
X Fold seat backrest ; back until it engages.
Make sure not to trap the seat belt while
doing so.
X
Swing seat cushion : back.
X Pull up and adjust the head restraints if
necessary (
Y
page 106).
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings
General notes
G WARNING
The Top Tether anchorages cannot secure a
load. If you secure a load with the Top Tether
anchorages, the Top Tether anchorages could
be pulled out during braking, abrupt changes
in direction or in the event of an accident. The
load could slip, tip over or be flung around and
thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk
of injury.
Only use the cargo tie down rings when
securing a load.
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
R Secure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
R Distribute the load on the cargo tie down
rings evenly.
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.
Stowage areas
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Stowage
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features
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