CLS - Interactive Owner's Manual
Keywords
Introduction
At a glance
Safety
Controls
Opening and closing
Key positions
Seats
Steering wheel
Mirrors
Memory functions*
Seat belts
Lights
Windscreen wipers
Side windows
Driving and parking
Transmission
Instrument cluster
On-board computer
Driving systems
Air conditioning
Sliding sunroof
Loading and stowing
Features
Operation
Practical advice
Technical data

Loading and stowing

Quick Access

Cup holder
Roof rack system*
Skibag*
Luggage net in the front-passenger footwell
Loading guidelines
Retaining hooks in the boot
Stowage compartments

Cup holder

Risk of injury

Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you:

  • brake sharply

  • change direction suddenly

  • are involved in an accident

Only use the cup holders for containers of a suitable size and which have lids. Otherwise, the drinks could spill.

Cup holders should not be used for hot drinks. Otherwise, you may scald yourself.

Cup holder* in the centre console

  

To open: press the marking on the cup holder lightly.
 

The cup holder slides out automatically.
 

You can remove the cup holder to clean it. Clean the cup holder with clean, lukewarm water only. When reinserting the cup holder, make sure that you insert it into the guides.

  

To close: press the side of the cup holder in the direction of the arrow.

Cup holder in the rear seat armrest

  

To open: press the front of the cup holder.
 

The cup holder slides out automatically.

Cup holder* in the rear centre console

Cover
  

To open: slide cover forwards.
Cup holder
Locking mechanism
  

To remove: slide locking mechanism in the direction of the arrow.
  

Remove cup holder .
  

To fit: insert cup holder .
  

Slide locking mechanism in the opposite direction to the arrow.
 

Roof rack system*

Risk of accident and injury

An incorrectly secured roof rack, ski rack or load could work loose from the vehicle. These objects may then be thrown around and can injure you or others or 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 always observe the maximum roof load of 100 kg. Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road, traffic and weather conditions and drive with particular care if the roof is laden.

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 will not sustain damage even when it is in motion.

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, make sure that you can:

  • raise the sliding/tilting sunroof* fully

  • open the boot lid fully
Covers
  

Fold covers  upwards.
  

Only secure the roof rack to the anchorage points under covers .

Observe the manufacturer's installation instructions.
 

Skibag*

Risk of injury

The skibag is designed to carry up to four pairs of skis. Do not use the skibag to carry any other type of load.

The skibag must always be secured when laden. Otherwise, injuries could be caused by it in the event of an accident.

Unfolding the skibag and loading skis

Cover
Release catches
  

Fold down the rear seat armrest.
  

Press release catches  together and fold down cover .
Skibag
  

Pull skibag  into the vehicle interior.
 

The skibag unfolds.
  

Open the front stowage compartment in the rear centre console.
  

Remove the rubber cover.
or
  

Remove cup holder.

Cover
  

Fold cover  upwards.
  

Open the boot lid.
Release button
  

Press release button .
 

The flap opens downwards.

Skibag

  

Slide the skis into the skibag from the boot.
Strap
  

Pull strap  tight by the loose end until the skis are held firmly inside the skibag.
Hook
Securing ring
  

Engage hook  in securing ring .
  

Pull the strap tight by the loose end.

Removing the skis and folding up the skibag

  

Loosen the two straps.
  

Remove the hook from the securing ring.
  

Take the skis out of the skibag.
  

Close the flap in the boot.
  

Smooth out the skibag and fold it up.
  

Stow the skibag in the rear seat backrest.
  

Fold the cover back up.

You should always close the flap in the boot if you do not require the skibag. This will prevent access to the boot from the vehicle interior.

Removing the skibag

The skibag can be removed for cleaning or drying.

  

Open the boot lid.
Button
Flap
Catch
Skibag frame
  

Press button .
 

Flap  folds down.
  

Press catch  in and pull out frame  containing the skibag.
Risk of poisoning

When the skibag has been removed, always drive with the boot lid closed. Exhaust fumes could otherwise enter the vehicle interior.
 

Luggage net in the front-passenger footwell

Risk of injury

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.
 

Loading guidelines

Risk of injury

Secure and position the load as described in the loading guidelines.

Even if you follow all the loading guidelines, the load will increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident.
Risk of poisoning

Keep the boot lid closed while the vehicle is in operation. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could enter the vehicle interior and poison you.

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:

  • When transporting a load, never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle (including occupants).

  • Position heavy loads as far forwards and as low in the boot as possible.

  • The load must not protrude above the upper edge of the backrests.

  • Always place the load against the front or rear seat backrests.

  • Secure the load with sufficiently strong and wear-resistant load restraints. Pad sharp edges for protection.

Load restraints are available at any qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
 

Retaining hooks in the boot

Tab
Hook
  

Pull down hook by tab .
 

Stowage compartments

Risk of injury

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:

  • brake sharply

  • change direction suddenly

  • have an accident

Sharp-edged and fragile objects must not be carried in the luggage net.

Do not carry hard objects in the ruffled pockets. Objects must not protrude over the top of the ruffled pockets.

You will find an overview of the stowage compartments on more.

Glove compartment

Opening button
Glove compartment

The glove compartment can be locked and unlocked using the emergency key element more.

  

To open: press opening button .
  

To close: fold the cover upwards.

Stowage compartment in the centre console

Cover
Insert
Socket
  

To open: press lightly on the marking on the bottom of cover .
 

The stowage compartment opens.

 

Insert  can be removed for cleaning.
 

Socket can be used for 12V accessories with a maximum power consumption of 180 watts. You will find further information in the "12V sockets" section more.

Stowage compartment in front of the armrest

Marking on cover
  

To open: press lightly on the cover behind the marking.
 

The cover opens.
Handle
  

To remove the insert: pull out the insert by handle .

Stowage compartment/telephone compartment under the armrest

Press
Cover
  

To open: press the left-hand or right-hand side of button and fold cover to one side.
Ventilating the stowage compartment

The stowage compartment under the armrest can be ventilated more.

Front stowage compartment in the rear centre console

Cover
  

To open: slide cover forwards.
 

The insert can be removed for cleaning.

Rear stowage compartment in the rear centre console

Socket
Cover
  

To open: slide cover back.

Socket can be used for 12V accessories with a maximum power consumption of 180 watts. You will find further information in the "12V sockets" section more.

Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest

  

To open: push the handle upwards and raise the armrest.

Stowage compartment under the driver's seat

Tab
  

To open: pull tab upwards.
  

Fold the cover out.