Mercedes Benz 2003 sl 500 User Manual

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Controls in detail
Useful features
Pull the strap 2 out of the holder 1.
Secure the luggage with the strap so 
that it cannot move.
Insert the strap in the latch 3.
Releasing the strap
Press the release button 4 and guide 
the strap back to the holder.
Ashtray
Cover plate
Sliding knob
Opening ashtray
Briefly touch the cover plate 1.
The ashtray opens automatically.
Removing the ashtray insert
Secure vehicle from movement by set-
ting the parking brake. Move the selec-
tor lever to position N.
Now you have more room to take out 
the insert.
Press the sliding knob 2 to the right.
The insert will eject a short distance. 
Replacing the ashtray insert
Press the insert into the frame until it 
snaps into place.
Warning!
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The shelf below the rear window should not 
be used to carry objects. This will avoid such 
objects from being thrown about and injur-
ing vehicle occupants during an accident or 
sudden maneuver.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry ob-
jects.
Warning!
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Remove ashtray only with vehicle standing 
still. Set the parking brake to secure vehicle 
from movement. Move gear selector lever to 
position N. With gear selector lever in 
position N, turn off the engine.