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Old Mar 11, 2014 | 05:11 PM
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Exact location of rear seat release

Hi,
I'm still locked out of my trunk and having followed most of the advice here I'm left with one option - to release the rear seat(s).

I have tried going through the rather small hole you find when you remove the first aid kit and liner, but it's really quite small to be able to feel around (I've tried).

I would really appreciate it if someone could give me an accurate description of where the releases are (for both seats in case one is more accessible).
A picture looking in from the trunk would be awsome.

Thanks in advance.
Nick
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Old Mar 11, 2014 | 06:18 PM
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there are two red latches on the underside top part of the boot as soon as you open it. pull em both and the back seats should release.
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Old Mar 11, 2014 | 06:33 PM
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Thanks

Originally Posted by beejaypunsalan
there are two red latches on the underside top part of the boot as soon as you open it. pull em both and the back seats should release.

Thank you. If I understand correctly I should be feeling "up" not down or to the side?

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Old Mar 11, 2014 | 08:08 PM
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im not sure if this is what youre looking for but check out post #8.

https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...fold-down.html

if you dont have those two latches, then I dont think you have have the option of a split fold back seat.
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Old Mar 12, 2014 | 06:51 PM
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They are black latches on most cars with two red indicators that pop out of the parcel shelf.
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