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The two sections can be folded down separately to
enlarge the cargo area.Folding the backrest forward
Pull release handle (1) and fold seat cushion (2)
forward.
Wa r n i n g !
When expanding the luggage compartment, always
fold the seat cushions fully forward and always use
the partition net when transporting cargo.Unless you are transporting cargo, the backrests
must remain properly locked in the upright
position.In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle
occupants unless the items are securely fastened in
the vehicle.Always use the cargo tie down rings, see page 218.
P91.10-2302-26
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Illustration: right-hand side of rear seat.
Slip seat belt webbing behind retainer (3).Retract head restraints fully and fold rearward, see
page 53.
Pull release handle (4) on the left or right backrest as
required.
Fold the rear seat backrests (5) forward.
Note:
With the twin-reel roller blind installed: When folding
the backrest forward, fold the right section first and
then the left section. If only the left section is to be
folded, first remove the twin-reel roller blind, see
page 212.
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Folding the backrest rearwardFold the backrest (5) rearward until it engages.
Fold the seat cushions (2) rearward until they lock into
position.
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If the backrest is not locked into position, a red
indicator (6) will be visible. Check for secure locking by
pushing and pulling on the backrest.
.Wa r n i n g !
If a red indicator is visible with the seatback up,
then the seatback is not properly locked into
position.Always lock backrest in its upright position when
rear seat bench is occupied, or the extended cargo
area is not in use. Check for secure locking by
pushinng and pulling on the backrest.In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle
oc cu pa nt s u nl ess t he i tem s are s ecurely fastened i n
the vehicle.To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting
cargo.
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The total load weight including vehicle occupants and
luggage/cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity
weight indicated on the certification tag which can be
found on the left door pillar.The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle
depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore
recommended to load the vehicle according to the
illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being
placed towards the front of the vehicle.
Always place items being carried against front or rear
seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept
as low as possible since it influences the handling
characteristics of the vehicle.
P68.00-2153-26
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Cargo tie-down rings
Four rings (arrows) are located in the cargo
compartment.
Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all
rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the
cargo.
Always follow loading instructions, see page 217.
Wa r n i n g !
Always fasten items being carried as securely as
possible.In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle
occupants unless the items are securely fastened in
the vehicle.To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting
cargo.Never drive vehicle with tailgate open. Deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle
interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.
P68.00-2482-26
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The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular
telephone. For further information and installation
contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Wa r n i n g !
Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a
cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. Whether
or not prohibited by law, for safety reasons, the
driver should not use the cellular telephone while
the vehicle is in motion.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location before answering
or placing a call.
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Telephone, general
See separate instruction manual for instructions on how
to operate the telephone.
Wa r n i n g !
A driver’s attention to the road must always be his /
her primary focus when driving. For your safety
and the safety of others, we recommend that you
pull over to a safe location and stop before placing
or taking a telephone call. If you choose to use the
telephone while driving, please use the hands-free
device and only use the telephone when road and
traffic conditions permit.Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a
cellular telephone while driving a vehicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km / h), your vehicle is covering
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately
14 m) every second. Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a
built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being
connected to an external antenna) from inside the
vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could
lead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s electronic
system, possibly resulting in an accident and
personal injury.
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