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Loading and stowing
Roof rack system*
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An incorrectly secured roof rack, ski rack or load could become detached from the vehicle. These objects may be thrown around and can injure you or others or cause an accident. Follow the roof rack/ski rack manufacturer's 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.
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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 will not sustain damage even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, make sure that you can:
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 | Roof rails |
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Secure the roof rack to the roof rails.
Observe the manufacturer's installation instructions.
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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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| Risk of poisoning |
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Keep the 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 depend on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. You should therefore load your vehicle as shown in the illustrations.
Load distribution
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 front or rear seat backrests. Make sure that the backrests and the seats are securely locked into place.
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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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Securing a load
Lashing
eyelets*
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Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you:
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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Do not route
lashing materials across sharp edges or corners.
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Pad sharp edges for
protection.
2nd row of seats*
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| Lashing eyelets in the
rear-compartment footwell |
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Luggage compartment
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| Lashing
eyelets |
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Securing hooks
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| Securing
hooks |
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Only secure
lightweight luggage items (maximum 4 kg) on the mounting
hooks.
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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Do not carry heavy or hard objects inside the vehicle or in the luggage compartment unless they are secured.
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.
When using the luggage compartment enlargement feature, you must always fully fold down the respective backrests and attach the safety net.
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Always drive with the tailgate closed. Exhaust fumes could otherwise enter the vehicle interior.
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Folding the rear bench seat forwards
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Do not fold the backrest onto the folded-down seat cushions. If the seat cushions are folded down, luggage can be thrown over the backrest into the passenger compartment during, for instance, heavy braking, sudden changes of direction or in the event of an accident. You could cause an accident or cause injury to yourself and others.
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| Seat cushion release loop |
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When the rear bench seat is folded forwards, the front seats cannot be moved to their rearmost position, as otherwise, the seats and the rear seat bench could be damaged.
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If the driver's or front-passenger seat has been adjusted for a tall person, it may be necessary to move the seats forwards slightly to fold the backrests forwards.
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| Backrest |
| Backrest release lever |
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The backrest is heavy. Therefore, exercise care when folding it down. Make sure that the head restraints are pushed all the way in so that the backrests and seat cushions are not damaged.
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Fold backrest forwards until it engages in the luggage compartment position.
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Folding the rear bench seat back
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Fold backrest backwards until it engages, making sure not to trap the seat belts while doing so.
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The red safety flag on the backrest release drops completely into the release catch.
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Fold seat cushion backwards and push until you hear it engage.
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Pull up and adjust the head restraints if necessary more.
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Make sure that the rear seat backrest and the seat cushions are fully locked in place.
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Removing the seat cushions*
You can achieve a larger loading area by removing the rear bench seat cushions.
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Make sure that the seat cushions are folded forward more.
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| Release catch |
| Connector for seat heating |
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On vehicles with rear seat heating*, the electrical contact on the bottom of the cushion must be disconnected before removing the seat cushion.
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Press the connection together on the upper part of the lengthways side and pull out seat heating connector from the seat cushion.
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When refitting the seat cushion, join the connections for the seat heating, making sure the connector engages.
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Pull seat cushion release catch and remove the seat cushion upwards.
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Leave the seat cushion hinge in this position. If you fold it back, you could damage the upholstery.
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Fold backrest forward more.
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Luggage compartment cover and safety net*
Luggage compartment cover*
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The luggage compartment cover is not a restraint system. Secure the load under the luggage compartment cover by suitable means. Make sure that the luggage compartment cover is engaged securely. If luggage is not sufficiently secured, it can be thrown over the backrest into the passenger compartment during, for instance, heavy braking, sudden changes of direction or in the event of an accident. You could cause an accident or cause injury to yourself and others.
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The luggage compartment cover is located behind the rear bench seat backrest.
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When loading the vehicle, make sure that you do not stack the load in the luggage compartment higher than the lower edge of the side windows. Do not place heavy objects on top of the luggage compartment cover.
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Rolling up the luggage compartment cover
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| Luggage compartment cover |
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Fitting/removing the luggage compartment cover
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| Button |
| Luggage compartment cover |
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Safety net
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You must make sure that the safety net is correctly secured at the top and bottom.
Do not use a damaged safety net.
The safety net cannot restrain heavy loads. For this reason, you should always secure the load.
Otherwise, objects that have not been secured sufficiently might be thrown around if you brake suddenly, change direction suddenly or are involved in an accident, and could cause you an injury.
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You can use the safety net in two different positions:
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| Bracket behind the B-pillar |
| Bracket behind the C-pillar |
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The brackets behind the B-pillar are required for the luggage compartment enlargement more.
The corresponding lashing eyelets to tighten the net are located in the footwell of the rear bench seat more.
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The brackets behind the C-pillar are required for the luggage compartment behind the rear bench seat.
The corresponding lashing eyelets to tension the net are located in the luggage compartment more.
Preparing the safety net
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Open the two Velcro fasteners on the safety net holder.
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Unroll and unfold the safety net.
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The upper and lower guide rods must engage audibly.
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Attaching the safety net
Guide rod inserted behind the C-pillar
Tightening the safety net
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| Belt hook |
| Lashing eyelet |
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Seat belt reel holder behind the front seats
Releasing the safety net
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| Belt adjuster |
| Belt hook |
| Lashing eyelet |
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Seat belt reel holder behind the front seats
Detaching and storing the safety net
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Unhook guide rod from holder more.
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Press the red button on the upper and lower guide rods.
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Fold the safety net and roll it up.
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Close the two Velcro fasteners on the safety net holder.
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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 placed in the luggage net.
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You will find an overview of the stowage compartments on more.
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Glove compartment
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Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there is an AUX-IN connection installed in the glove compartment, or a Media Interface*, which is a universal interface for portable audio equipment, e.g. for an iPod or USB device.
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The glove compartment can be locked and unlocked using the emergency key element more.
Stowage compartment in the centre console*
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| Stowage compartment |
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Stowage compartment under the armrest
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| Handle |
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To open: pull handle and fold the armrest upwards.
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Stowage compartment in the rear centre console
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To open: press lightly on the top of the stowage compartment.
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The stowage compartment moves out automatically.
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