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Loading and stowing
Cup holder
The stowage compartments in the doors contain mouldings designed to hold bottles.
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Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you:
Only use the cup holders for containers of the right size and which have lids. Otherwise, the drinks could spill.
Cup holders should not be used for hot drinks. Otherwise, you may scald yourself.
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Cup holder in the centre console
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Cup holder in the front centre console (vehicles with standard equipment)
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To open: slide cover forwards.
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Cup holder in the front centre console (vehicles with ashtray*)
Cup holder in the rear compartment*
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| Cup holder |
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To open: fold down the rear seat armrest.
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Press the front of cup holder .
The cup holder slides out automatically.
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Do not fold the armrest up unless the cup holder is closed. The cup holder could otherwise be damaged.
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Roof rack system* and ski rack*
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An incorrectly secured roof rack, ski rack or load could work loose from the vehicle and thereby cause an accident. Follow the roof rack/ski rack manufacturers' installation instructions and special instructions for use.
The roof load raises the vehicle's centre of gravity, thereby affecting vehicle handling. You must observe the maximum roof load of 75 kg. Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road, traffic and weather conditions and drive with particular care if the roof is laden.
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Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof rack systems which have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Position the load on the roof rack in such a way that the vehicle is not damaged, even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, make sure that you can:
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| Covers |
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Fold covers upwards.
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Only secure the roof rack to the anchorage points under covers .
Observe the manufacturer's installation instructions.
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Luggage net
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Only place lightweight items in the luggage net. Do not use it to transport heavy, bulky, sharp-edged or fragile objects. In the event of an accident, the luggage net will not secure the transported goods.
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Loading guidelines
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Secure and position the load as described in the loading guidelines.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by the load being thrown around in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident. This also applies to seats which have been removed.
You will find further information in the “Securing a load” section.
Even if you follow all the loading guidelines, the load will increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident.
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Keep the boot lid/tailgate closed when the engine is running. Otherwise, you could be poisoned by exhaust fumes entering the vehicle.
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The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. You should therefore load your vehicle as shown in the illustrations.
Observe the following notes when transporting a load:
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When transporting a load, never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle (including occupants).
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Position heavy loads as far forwards and as low down in the luggage compartment as possible.
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The load must not protrude above the upper edge of the backrests.
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Always place the load against the rear seat backrests or the seat cushions if these have been folded forwards.
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The maximum load capacity of the stowage well under the luggage compartment floor is 25 kg.
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Always place the load behind unoccupied seats if possible.
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Secure the load with sufficiently strong and wear-resistant load restraints. Pad sharp edges for protection.
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Load restraints are available at any qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
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Do not position the load on one part of the folding luggage compartment floor only. The maximum load capacity of the folding luggage compartment floor is 100 kg. Spread the weight evenly to avoid damaging the luggage compartment floor. Place a solid board under the load if necessary. Please note that the load on the luggage compartment floor will be increased when the load is lashed down.
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Securing a load
Lashing eyelets
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Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly.
Please observe the loading guidelines.
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Observe the following points or guidelines when securing loads:
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Secure the load using the lashing eyelets.
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Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads.
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If you are using tensioning straps, only use straps with a minimum permissible tensile strength of 600 daN and a percentage elongation of approximately 7%.
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Do not route lashing materials across sharp edges or corners.
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Pad sharp edges for protection.
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Load the anchorages evenly.
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Use all the lashing eyelets if possible.
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Do not overload the lashing eyelets if you are using tensioning devices.
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Please read and observe the operating instructions for the load restraints used.
Securing loads in the luggage compartment
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Secure the load using lashing eyelets or the mounting cups for the seats, if the seats have been removed.
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Securing a load when the seats have been removed
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Guide the load restraints in a cross pattern over the load, as shown in the illustration.
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Secure the load using the lashing eyelets or the mounting cups on the seats.
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Always stow the load so that it does not interfere with driving the vehicle.
Avoid obstructing the driver's line-of-sight. The load must not protrude above the upper edge of the door trim if the front-passenger seat has been removed.
Pad sharp edges for protection. This will reduce the risk of lacerations and prevent the load restraints from wearing.
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Observe the following notes:
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Load restraints must not be fastened to the front right-hand mounting cup. Otherwise, the contact switch for the front-passenger seat could be damaged.
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Securing a light load using a retaining net*
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Place the retaining net over the load.
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Engage the retaining net hooks in the lashing eyelets.
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Through-loading feature*
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Do not transport unsecured objects in the through-loading facility.
Otherwise, you and other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around the vehicle in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
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To enable you to use the maximum
through-loading opening and to prevent the armrest from becoming dirty or being
damaged, the armrest should be removed
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Opening the through-loading
facility
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| Armrest |
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Fold down armrest
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Closing the through-loading
facility
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Swing back cover
 in the luggage
compartment until it engages.
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Fold the armrest up fully if
necessary.
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Removing the armrest
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Fold down armrest
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| Release |
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Do not press the release down when the armrest has been removed, otherwise the armrest mechanism could be damaged.
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Fitting the armrest
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Align the
armrest.
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Slide the armrest back until it
engages.
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The release drops down. Make sure
that the red area of the release is no longer visible. If it is
still visible, the armrest is not locked in
position.
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The armrests must be locked in position when the vehicle is being driven.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by the armrest being thrown around in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
Nobody should travel in the vehicle sitting in the centre position in the rear compartment if the armrest has been removed.
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Do not close the armrest unless it has been locked in position, otherwise the armrest mechanism could be damaged.
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EASY-VARIO system*
The following functions are combined in the EASY-VARIO system:
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"Removing the backrest" more
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"Removable front-passenger seat" more
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"Folding backrest on the front-passenger seat" more, except on vehicles which have electrically adjustable driver and front-passenger seats, and in conjunction with sports seats
Enlarging the luggage compartment
The left-hand and right-hand rear seats can be folded down to increase the luggage compartment capacity.
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Make sure that nobody can become trapped as you fold the backrests forward.
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To prevent damage, before the backrests are folded forward:
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the head restraints must be pushed in fully
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the front seats must be as far forwards as possible
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the seat cushions must be folded forward or removed
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Folding the rear bench seat forwards
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| Belt retainer |
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Insert the seat belt into belt retainer .
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| Seat cushion |
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Fold left or right seat cushion forwards.
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Pull left-hand or right-hand release handle  on backrest .
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Corresponding backrest  is unlocked.
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Fold the backrest forwards until it rests on the hinge fixtures more.
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Move the front seats to the desired positions.
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Swinging back the rear bench seat
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| Red lock verification indicator |
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Swing the backrest back until it engages.
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Red lock verification indicator is no longer visible.
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Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped.
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Swing the seat cushion backwards.
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Adjust the head restraints if necessary .
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Move the front seats to the desired positions.
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If red lock verification indicator is visible, this means the backrest is not engaged.
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Make sure that the backrest is correctly locked in position. The red lock verification indicators on the left and right sides should no longer be visible. If they are visible, the backrests are not locked in position.
Occupants could then be injured in the event of an accident, e.g. by objects being thrown forwards out of the luggage compartment.
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Removing the rear seat cushions
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| Belt retainer |
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Insert the seat belt into belt retainer .
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| Seat cushion |
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Fold left or right seat cushion forwards.
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If the backrest is to be removed: fold down hinge .
If the backrest is only to be folded down: leave hinge as a support for the backrest in the position shown above.
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Vehicles with TIREFIT kit:
You can store the seat cushions under the variable luggage compartment floor.
Vehicles with emergency spare wheel:
You can store one seat cushion under the variable luggage compartment floor.
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Vehicles with spare wheel*, loudspeaker system* or sound system*:
You cannot store any seat cushions under the variable luggage compartment floor.
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Fitting rear seat cushions
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Fold hinge upwards if necessary. Only then can the seat cushion be slid in.
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Slide the seat cushion onto the fixtures until it engages.
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For easier alignment of the cushions, observe the arrows on the rear of the seat cushions.
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Swing the seat cushion back.
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Removing the backrests*
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Fold the seat cushion forwards more.
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 Warning symbol on the connector of the rear seat belt status indicator
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If the ignition is switched on, the “Seat belt buckle not inserted” icon for the corresponding rear seats is now displayed in the instrument cluster.
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 Display in the instrument cluster when both connectors have been disconnected
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Remove backrest from the vehicle through the rear door.
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Fitting the backrest*
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| Recesses |
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Place the backrest, starting with the front seat feet, onto the locking bolts in recesses .
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| Red lock verification indicator |
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Swing the backrest back until it engages.
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Red lock verification indicator is no longer visible.
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Make sure that the lever is lying flat on the vehicle floor.
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Take the connector out of the recesses on the vehicle floor.
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Insert the connector back into the lever until you hear it engage.
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Make sure that you insert the connector correctly into the lever, as the rear seat belt status will otherwise no longer be displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Fit the seat cushions as required.
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Swing the seat cushion backwards.
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Adjust the head restraints if necessary .
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If red lock verification indicator is visible, this means the backrest is not engaged.
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Make sure that the backrest is correctly locked in position. The red lock verification indicators on the left and right sides should no longer be visible. If they are visible, the backrests are not locked in position.
Occupants could then be injured in the event of an accident, e.g. by objects being thrown forwards out of the luggage compartment.
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Fold back the seat cushion.
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Stowage well under the luggage compartment floor
The maximum load capacity of the
stowage well under the luggage compartment floor is 25 kg.
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You should always close the luggage compartment floor if you are transporting objects in the stowage well under the luggage compartment floor.
Otherwise, you and other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around the vehicle in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
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Opening and closing the
luggage compartment floor
Opening the luggage
compartment floor
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Make sure that there are no
objects on the luggage compartment floor when it is opened, as the luggage
compartment floor can otherwise drop to the lowest position.
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| Bag
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Closing the luggage
compartment floor
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Press in bag holder
until it
engages.
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Swing the luggage compartment
floor downwards.
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The luggage compartment floor must be locked correctly when items are carried in it.
Otherwise, you and other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around the vehicle in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
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Setting the height of the
luggage compartment floor
The stowage well under the
luggage compartment floor can be increased or decreased in size as necessary.
To do this, you can lock the floor at two different heights. The upper catch
gives a flat load surface when the rear bench seat is folded forward.
Raising the luggage
compartment floor
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Make sure that there are no
objects on the luggage compartment floor when it is opened, as the luggage
compartment floor can otherwise drop to the lowest position.
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Lowering the luggage
compartment floor
Removing/fitting the removable front-passenger seat*
Removing the front-passenger seat
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To avoid damage, the head restraint must be pushed in fully before the front-passenger seat is removed.
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Do not operate the lever until you have pulled out the connector. The use of force when opening will cause damage to mechanical and electronic components.
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The front-passenger seat which has been removed contains an active sidebag. Do not attach a power source to the connector on the seat, otherwise the airbag could inflate. Store the seat out of the reach of children.
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Fitting the front-passenger seat
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The mounting cups must be free from dirt and other items in order for the front-passenger seat to engage securely.
You must connect up the connector, so that the front-passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an accident.
If it is not connected and the engine is running, the  PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp flashes and the  warning lamp lights up after a short time.
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Before starting off, make sure that the seat has engaged properly.
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Bag hook
There is a bag hook in the luggage compartment on the left-hand side.
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The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 5 kg. Do not use it to secure a load.
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| Bag hook |
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To open: press bag hook (arrow).
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Bag hook slides out.
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To close: press bag hook until it engages.
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Stowage compartments
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The stowage compartments must be closed when items are stored in them. Luggage nets are not designed to secure heavy items of luggage.
You or other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you:
Sharp-edged and fragile objects must not be carried in the luggage net.
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Glove compartment
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Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there is a CD changer* in the glove compartment.
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To open: pull handle and open glove compartment cover.
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To close: fold up the glove compartment cover firmly until it engages.
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In the glove compartment cover there are stowage spaces for:
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Vehicles with COMAND*:
There is an AUX in Cinch socket for connecting external audio sources in the glove compartment.
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Ventilating the glove compartment*:
The glove compartment is ventilated by an adjustable vent .
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Stowage compartment in the front centre console
If your vehicle is not equipped with a smoking package*, a stowage compartment with a 12 V socket is fitted in place of the ashtray.
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| Cover |
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To open: slide cover forwards.
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Stowage compartment/telephone compartment* in front of the armrest
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| Stowage compartment |
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To open: press lightly on the cover of stowage compartment .
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Stowage compartment opens.
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Stowage boxes* under the driver's and front-passenger seat
The stowage boxes can bear a maximum load of 2.5 kg.
 The illustration shows the driver's seat
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| Recessed handle |
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To open: raise the stowage box slightly and pull it out using recessed handle .
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Stowage compartment under the armrest*
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| Stowage compartment |
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There is the risk of entrapment when sliding the armrest.
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To open: slide the cover forwards.
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Stowage compartment in the rear compartment*
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| Stowage compartment |
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To open: pull out the top of stowage compartment by the edge of the handle.
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Stowage compartments in the luggage compartment
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The maximum load capacity of the stowage compartment is 1.5 kg. The objects found in the left-hand stowage compartment, such as the Owner's Manual or compressor, should only be placed in the designated spaces and secured using the appropriate holders. Otherwise, the stowage compartment could open and you and other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the event of sharp braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
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The stowage compartments are located in the luggage compartment on the left and right-hand sides.
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The left-hand stowage compartment contains the Owner's Manual, the first-aid kit, the warning triangle and TIREFIT.
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To open: turn handle in the opposite direction to the direction of travel.
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Fold the cover down.
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Stowage compartment behind the seat backrest
The stowage compartment is located behind the left-hand backrest.
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The jack, the wheel chock and the vehicle tool kit are located in the stowage compartment.
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To open: fold the left-hand backrest forwards more.
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Slide cover up and to the side.
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