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Cigarette lighter* and power sockets*
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on th e cigarette lighter for other elec-
trical appliances.
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒fig. 77.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the power socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
– Insert the plug of the electrical a ppliance into the socket of the ciga-
rette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical accessories with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
WARNING
•Take care when using the cigarette li ghter! Not paying proper attention or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in burns.
•The cigarette lighter and the power so cket also operates when the igni- tion is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is why you should never leave children unattended in the vehicle!
Caution
Only use matching plugs, which fulfils the DIN - ISO Standard 4165, to avoid damaging the power sockets.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Power socket in the luggage compartment
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒fig. 78.
– Connect the plug of the electr ical appliance to the socket.
Fig. 77 Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Fig. 78 Luggage compartment: Power socket
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Installing storage box
– In order to create a better access to the middle seat, fold one outer
backrest forwards.
– Fold the backrest of the middle seat forwards.
– Release the fixing hook from the secured position.
– Move the fixing holder ⇒page 75, fig. 88 from the rear between the
seat cushion and seat backrest, then align the seat backrest to the
vertical position.
– Move the fixing arms of the storage box into the locking eyes of the
fixing holder until they lock in place ⇒page 75, fig. 89.
– Check the interlock of both fixing arms by pulling on the storage
box.
Removing storage box
– Simultaneously press on each side of the storage box the red button in
direction opposite the seat backrest. The storage box releases.
– Fold the seat backrest forwards and remove the fixing holder, then
move the seat backrest into the original position.
WARNING
•Do not place any hot beverages into th e cup holder. If the vehicle moves, the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
•Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
•While driving, the storage box can only be used as an armrest in its closed position.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery can be damaged.
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
A storage compartment ⇒fig. 90 is located on both sides in the side trim panel of the luggage compartment.
The storage compartments are intended for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg in weight.
Fig. 90 Storage compartments in the side trim panel
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Flexible storage compartment*
A flexible storage compartment is located on the right side of the luggage
compartment. The flexible storage compartment is foreseen for storing
small objects of up to 8 kg. in weight.
Removing
– Take hold of the flexible storage compartment at both upper corners.
– Press the upper corners to the inside and release the storage compart-
ment by pulling upwards.
– Remove by pulling towards you.
Installing
– Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the open-
ings of the right side trim panel of the luggage compartment and push
it downwards until it locks.
Clothes hooks*
A clothes hook is located above the rear doors ⇒fig. 92.
WARNING
•Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to the rear.
•Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and ensure that there are no heavy or sharp-e dged objects in the pockets.
•Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise this will interfere with the protection offered by the head airbag.
Fig. 91 Flexible storage compartmentFig. 92 Area above rear doors: Clothes hooks
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