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It fulfils the requirements of DIN standard ISO 4165 and must only be used for connecting approved electrical accessories wi th a power uptake of up to 240 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒page 71, “Cigarette lighter”.
Further information ⇒page 193, “Accessories, changes and replacement of parts”.
Storage compartments
Overview
You will find the following storag e facilities in your vehicle:
WARNING
•Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects might slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and
may distract you from concentrating on the traffic situation - risk of acci- dent!
•Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of from other storage possibilities may get into the footwell of the driver. You would then no longer be able to apply the br akes, operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
Storage compartments on the front passenger side*
Certain model versions are equipped without lid for the storage compart-
ments.
Opening and closing the storage compartments on the front
passenger side
– Pull or press the handle of the lid in the direction of arrow ⇒fig. 79
and fold open the lid.
– Raise the lid until it is heard to engage.
A pin holder is loca ted inside the lid.
Storage compartments on the front passenger side⇒page 72
Storage compartment on the driver's side⇒page 73
Stowage compartment for spectacles*⇒page 73
Stowage compartment in centre console⇒page 74
Storage compartment in the front seat*⇒page 74
Front seat armrest with stowage compartment*⇒page 74
Storage compartment in the front doors⇒page 75
Storage box*⇒page 75
Storage compartments in the luggage compart- ment⇒ page 76
Flexible storage compartment*⇒page 77
Clothes hooks*⇒page 77
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 79 Dash panel: Storage compartments on the front passenger side
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WARNING
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons.
Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side*
The storage compartment can be fitted for vehicles with an air-
conditioning system with a closable inlet for cooled air.
– You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control dial
⇒ fig. 80.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or interior air to flow into the storage compartment.
The storage compartment is only cooled in the cooling mode. We recommend that you switch off the cooling (opening concealed) if it is operating in the heating mode or if you are not using the cooling system for the storage compartment.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Unlockable compartment below the steering wheel on the left.
Stowage compartment for spectacles*
– Press on the lid of the stowage compartment, the stowage compart-
ment opens downwards ⇒fig. 82.
Fig. 80 Storage compartment: Using cooling system
Fig. 81 Dash panel: Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 82 Detail of the headliner: Stowage compartment for specta-cles
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WARNING
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons - risk of head injury.
Stowage compartment in centre console
Unlocable compartment in the centre console.
Storage compartment in the front seat*
The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of up to 1
kg. in weight.
– Tilt the lock to open the flap and pull out the flap ⇒fig. 84.
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.
Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
Fig. 83 Centre console: Storage compartment
Fig. 84 Front seat: Storage compartment
Fig. 85 Armrest: Storage compartment
Fig. 86 Opening stowage compartment
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Fold the armrest
– Press the lower button on the end face of the armrest ⇒page 74,
fig. 85 in order to fold the armrest. Fold the armrest forwards and
release the button.
Opening stowage compartment
– The armrest includes a stowage compartment. The storage compart-
ment is unlocked by pressing the upper button and then can be
opened to the top.
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded down. In city traffic the armrest should not be folded down.
Storage compartment in the front doors
A bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for the front doors.
WARNING
Use the area ⇒fig. 87 of the storage compartment only for storing objects which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not impaired.
Storage box*
The storage box is foreseen for storage of small objects of up to 5 kg in
weight and can also be used as an armrest. You can place 2 cups or
beverage cans into the recess on the storage box.
Fig. 87 Stowage compartment in door panel
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Fig. 88 Holder for attachment
Fig. 89 Storage box
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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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Safety
Passive Safety
Basic information
Driving the safe way
Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situa-
tions.
In this section you will find important inform ation, tips and notes on the subject of passive safety in your vehicle. We ha ve combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children. It is therefore importan t, in particular, to comply with the notes and warnings in this section for your own interest and in the interest of those trav- elling with you.
WARNING
•This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for the driver and his occupants. You will find further information on safety, which concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters of this Owner's Manual.
•The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Safety equipment
The safety equipment is part of the occupant protection and it can
reduce the risk of injuries in accident situations.
“Do not put at risk” your safety and the safety of those travelling with you . In the event of an accident, the safety equipmen t can reduce the risk of injuries. The following list contains part of th e safety equipment in your vehicle:
•Three-point seat belts for all the seats,
•belt force limiter for front seats,
•belt tensioner for front seats,
•seat belt height adjuster for front seats,
•front airbag for the driver and the front seat passenger*
•Side airbags*,
•head airbags*,
•anchoring points for child seat using the “ISOFIX” system,
•anchoring points for child seat using the “Top Tether” system,
•head restraint adjustable for height,
•adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works toge ther, in order to optimally protect you and those travelling with you in accident situations. The safety equipment does not protect you or the people travelling with you, if you or your occupants adopt an incorrect seated position or the equipmen t is not correctly adjusted or used.
Fo r t h i s re a s o n y o u w i l l b e p ro v i d e d w i th i n fo rm a ti o n o n w hy t h i s e q u i p m e nt i s v e r y important, how it protects you and the o ccupants, what should be observed when using the equipment and how you and the pe ople travelling with you can make full use of the existing safety equipment. This Owner's Manual contains important warning notes, which you and those travelli ng with you should pay attention to in order to reduce a risk of injury.
Safety concerns everybody!
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Correct seated position
Correct seated position for the driver
Correct seated position for the driver is important for safe and
relaxed driving.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we recommend the following setting.
•Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm ⇒fig. 116.
•Position the driver seat in the forward/back direction so that you are able to press the pedals with your legs at a slight angle .
•Adjust the backrest so that you are able to reach the highest point of the steering wheel with your arms at a slight angle.
•Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level as the upper part of your head ⇒fig. 117.
•Fasten the seat belt correctly ⇒page 124, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
Driver seat adjustment ⇒page 54, “Adjusting the front seats”.
WARNING
•The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your occupants.
•The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel ⇒fig. 116. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
•When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g. in the middle of the steering wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases, injuries to the arms, the hands and the head can occur when the driver airbag is deployed.
•The backrests must not be angled to o far back when driving otherwise this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system - risk of injury!
•Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
Fig. 116 The correct distance of the driver from the steering wheel
Fig. 117 The correct head restraint adjust-ment for the driver
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