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Removing or adjusting head restraints
The head restraints can be adju sted by moving them up and
down.Adjusting height (front seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired
position.
– To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head restraint downwards.
– Make sure that it engages securely into position.
Adjusting height (rear seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired
position. – To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head
restraint downwards.
– Make sure that the head restraint engages securely in one of its positions ⇒ page 14.
Angle adjustment (front seats)
– Press the head restraint forward or back to the required position.
Removing the head restraint
– Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
– Press the button ⇒fig. 90 (arrow).
– Pull head restraint out of fitting without releasing the button.
Fitting the head restraint
– Insert the head restraint into the guides on the rear backrest.
– Push head restraint down.
– Adjust the head restraint to suit body size ⇒page 14 and
⇒ page 13.
WARNING
•
Never drive if the head restraints have been removed. Risk of injury.
•
Never drive if the head restraints are in an unsuitable position, there is
a risk of serious injury.
•
After refitting the head restraint, you must always adjust it properly for
height to achieve optimal protection.
•
Please observe the safety warnings ⇒page 128, “Correct adjustment
of head restraints”.
Fig. 90 Adjusting and
removing the head
restraints
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Heated seats*
The front seat cushions and backrests can be heated electri-
cally.
– Turn the appropriate thumb wheel ⇒fig. 92 to switch on the seat
heating. The seat heating is switched off in the 0 position.The seat heating only works when the ignition is switched on. The left thumb
wheel controls the left seat and the right thumb wheel the right seat.
Caution
To avoid damaging the heating elements, please do not kneel on the seat or
apply sharp pressure at a single poin t to the seat cushion and backrest.
Rear seat benchFold down the seat back – Pull the release button on the backrest (sectioned backrest)
forwards in the direction of the arrow.
– Fold down the backrest. The rear head restraints may have to be removed before folding the seat forwards if the front seats have
been moved far back ⇒ page 129.
Fig. 92 Thumb wheel for
the front seat heating
Fig. 93 Folding the seat
backrests down
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Stowage compartment under the left hand side front seat*
There is a stowage locker with a cover under the front left
hand side seat.The locker* ⇒fig. 96 is opened by pulling on the cover.
There are two open positions of 15 and 60 degrees depending on the pres-
sure applied to the cover. In the 60 degree position, the cover will collapse if
too much pressure is applied.
To close the drawer, press the cover until it locks into position.
WARNING
•
The drawers will hold a maximum weight of 1.5 kg.
•
Do not drive with the drawer cover open. There is an injury risk for
passengers if the cargo is released in case of sudden braking or an
accident.
Folding table*
Folding tables are fitted to the rear of the front seat backrests.– To open the table, open it up in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 97 .
WARNING
•
The folding tables may not be folded down whilst the vehicle is in
motion and anyone is seated on the second row of seats. There is a risk on
injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre! The table must therefore be
closed and properly secured whilst the vehicle is in motion.
•
Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.
Fig. 96 Stowage area
under the front seats
AA
Fig. 97 Folding table of
front left seat
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Front drinks holdersOn the centre console, in front of the gear lever, there are two drink holders
⇒fig. 98 .
WARNING
•
Never place hot drinks in the bottle holder. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.
•
Never use rigid materials (for example, glass or ceramic), these could
cause injury in the case of an accident.
Ashtrays*, cigarette lighter* and electrical
socketsAshtray* Opening and closing the ashtray
– To open the ashtray, lift the cover ⇒fig. 99 .
– To close, lower the cover.
Emptying the ashtray
– Extract the ashtray and empty.
WARNING
Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could ignite the paper in the
ashtray.
Fig. 98 Front drinks
holder
Fig. 99 Ashtray located
in the front drinks holder
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Note
•
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain the
battery.
•
Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions on
⇒ page 199.
Auxiliary audio connection (AUX-IN)– Lift the AUX. cover ⇒fig. 102.
– Insert the pin fully (see the radio manual).
Apple* iPod connector
®
The iPod
® connector is located under the passenger seat.
For information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.
Fig. 102 Auxiliary audio
connection
Fig. 103 iPod connection
under passenger seat
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The fire extinguisher* is attached to the luggage compartment carpet by
velcro.
Note
•
The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are
not part of the vehicle's
standard equipment.
•
The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements.
•
Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. You should
purchase a new first-aid kit as soon as possible after the shelf-life date of the
first-aid kit has expired.
•
The fire extinguisher must comply with legal requirements.
•
Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fu lly functional. The fire extinguisher
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher
will inform you of the next date for checking.
•
Before acquiring accessories and emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions on ⇒page 199.
Luggage compartmentStowing luggage
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment
as possible. – Secure luggage in the luggage compartment with suitable straps
on the fastening rings.
WARNING
•
Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle can cause serious
injuries.
•
Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly move and
change the way the vehicle handles.
•
During sudden manoeuvres or ac cidents, loose objects in the
passenger compartment can be flung forward, injuring vehicle occupants.
•
Always store objects in the luggage compartment and secure with suit-
able straps. This is especially important for heavy objects.
•
When you transport heavy objects, always keep in mind that a change
in the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.
•
Please observe information on safe driving ⇒page 7, “Safe driving”.Caution
Hard objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating
element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
The ventilation slots in front of the r ear side windows must not be covered as
this would prevent stale air being extracted from the vehicle.
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increased wind resistance must be taken into account. For this reason, a suit-
able speed and driving style must be used.
•
For those vehicles fitted with a sunroof*, ensure that it does not interfere
with the load on the roof carrier system when opened.
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With low temperatures outside, the air recirculation increases the effective-
ness of the heating system by heating the air inside the passenger compart-
ment rather than the air from outside.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of air in the required direction.
– Air distribution towards the windsc
reen. Air recirculation is, for safety
reasons, not possible in this position. – Air distribution to the upper body. – Air distribution to footwell – Air distribution to the windscreen and the foot well.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with the control . The air flow should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
WARNING
•
For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensa-
tion. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise yourself
with the correct operation of the heat ing and ventilation system, including
the anti-fog/defrost functions for the windscreens.
•
In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. The
windows can quickly fog over if the heating is switched off. Therefore, you
should never leave the air recirculat ion mode switched on for longer
periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.Note
Please observe the general notes ⇒page 151.
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