Rear
In the center armrest.

Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after the other.
Pushing back the covers
Push back the covers before folding up the center armrest; otherwise, the cupholder could become damaged.
See also:
Roller sunblinds for rear side windows
Pull out the roller sunblind at the loop and hook
it onto the bracket.
Do not open the window while the roller
sunblind is raised.
Do not open the window while the roller sunblind
is raised; ...
Releasing
Press the switch while the
brake pedal is
pressed or transmission position P is engaged.
The LED and indicator lamp go out.
The parking brake is released.
Take the remote control with you
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