WARNING
■ The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
■ The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the boot can slide into the passenger compartment if there is sudden
braking - risk of injury. ■ Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function. CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests.
Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests. ÐFolding the seat cushions forwards (Combi)
Fig. 61
Folding the seat cushion for-
wards
› Pull up the seat cushion in the direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 61 and fold for-
wards in the direction of the arrow 2
.
Note
To achieve a loading space that is as horizontal as possible, the rear head re-
straints can be removed before folding the seat backrests forwards. Store the re-
moved head restraints in such a way that they are not be damaged or soiled. Ð Rear armrest
Fig. 62
Rear seats: Armrest
› The armrest can be folded down to increase comfort
» Fig. 62.Ð Boot
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class
N1 vehicles 73
Fastening elements 74
Folding hooks 74
Fixing nets 74
Fixing floor covering of the boot 75
Luggage net 75
Boot cover 75
Foldable boot cover (Combi) 76
Automatic foldable boot cover (Combi) 76
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
› Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
› Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the fixing
net »
page 74. £
72 Using the system
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced
by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries. The magnitude of
the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling
and the weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this
case the more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg
“ ”. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “object” flies through the interior com-
partment and hits an occupant. WARNING
■ Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes.
■ Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward during
a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or
other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are fly-
ing around are hit by a deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are
thrown back can injure the occupants - hazard. ■ Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be displaced -
risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly. ■ If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from being thrown for-
ward, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the
lashing eyes. ■ The items carried in the boot must be stored in such a way that no objects
are able to slip forward if any sudden driving or braking manoeuvres are un-
dertaken - risk of injury!
■ When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in the
boot that has been enlarged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the
safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats »
page 142.
■ If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that the
seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■ Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise exhaust
gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
■ Under no circumstances, should the permissible axle loads and permissible
gross weight of the vehicle be exceeded - risk of accident!
■ Never transport people in the boot! CAUTION
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the follow-
ing:
■ heating elements in the rear window;
■ elements of the aerial integrated in the rear window;
■ elements of the aerial integrated in the rear side windows (Estate car). Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load »
page 188. Ð Class N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set
which complies with the standard EN
12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening the
load. Ð
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Fastening elements
Fig. 63
Boot: Lashing eyes and fastening elements/Combi lashing eyes and
fastening elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
The boot provides the following fastening elements
» Fig. 63.
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements for fastening fixing nets. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes is 3.5 kN (350 kg). ÐFolding hooks
Fig. 64
Boot: folding hook/Combi folding hooks
ä A
B First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 72.
Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provi-
ded on both sides of the boot
» Fig. 64. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7.5 kg. Ð Fixing nets
Fig. 65
Fixing nets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
Fixing examples for a fixing net as a vertical pocket
» Fig. 65 - , floor fixing net
and horizontal pocket » Fig. 65
- . WARNING
Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy objects
are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury! CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5
kg.
■ Do not place any sharp objects in the nets - risk of damaging the net. Ð
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Fixing floor covering of the boot
Fig. 66
Boot: fixing the floor covering/fixing the Combi floor covering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
There is a loop or hook (Combi) located on the floor covering of the boot. If you
need to access the spare wheel, for example, the raised floor cover can be attach-
ed to a hook on the boot cover » Fig. 66 - or to the frame of the boot lid (Com-
bi) » Fig. 66 - . ÐLuggage net
Fig. 67
Boot: Luggage net
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
The luggage net is designed for the transportation of lighter objects.ä
ä WARNING
Only store soft objects in the luggage net (up to a total weight of 1.5 kg).
Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury! CAUTION
No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage net, as they can
damage the luggage net. Ð Boot cover
Fig. 68
Removing the boot cover
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
The boot cover can be removed if you wish to transport bulky goods.
›
Unhook the support straps 1
» Fig. 68
.
› Place the cover in the horizontal position.
› Pull the cover out of the holders 2
horizontally towards the rear.
› To reinstall, first of all push the boot cover into the holders 2
and then hook
the support straps 1
on the boot lid.
The removed boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest. WARNING
No objects should be placed on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be
endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with something. £
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CAUTION
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam-
aged as a result of objects placed in this area. Note
Opening the boot lid also lifts up the boot cover. ÐFoldable boot cover (Combi)
Fig. 69
Boot: foldable boot cover/removing foldable boot cover
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
Pulling out
›
Pull the foldable boot cover as far as the stop into the secured position 2
» Fig. 69
.
Folding
› Press the cover in the handle area in the direction of the arrow 3
» Fig. 69
,
and the cover automatically rolls up into position 1
. The cover is fully rolled up
by pressing once again.
Removing
› The fully folded boot cover can be removed to transport bulky goods by press-
ing on the side of the cross rod in the direction of the arrow 4
» Fig. 69
and
taking it out by moving it in the direction of the arrow 5
.
ä WARNING
No objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover. Ð Automatic foldable boot cover (Combi)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
The automatic rolling up of the foldable boot cover enables an easier entry into
the boot.
›
Open the boot lid. The foldable boot cover rolls up automatically in the position 1
to » Fig. 69
on page 76.
› The cover rolls up fully by pressing the cover in the handle area in direction of
arrow 3
.
When the boot lid is opened quickly, the automatic rolling up of the foldable boot
cover is blocked for a delay time of approx. 2 seconds.
The function to automatically roll up the foldable boot cover can be activated/de-
activated via the information display in the menu:
■ Settings
■ Autom. blind Ð Variable loading floor in the boot
Introductory information
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. Note
The room under the variable loading floor can be used to stow objects. Ð
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Dividing the boot with variable loading floor
Fig. 70
Boot: Dividing the boot with var-
iable loading floor
› Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
marked with the arrows »
Fig. 70. ÐRemoving the variable loading floor
Fig. 71
Boot: Remove variable loading floor/remove carrier rails
› Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the safety eyes A
» Fig. 71 to the
left by around 90°.
› Fold up and remove the loading floor by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
› Unlock the carrier rails B
by turning the arbour-mounted fixing eyes C
to the
right by approx. 90°. WARNING
Ensure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when installing the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a risk
of injury for the occupants. Ð Extendable variable loading floor with integrated
aluminium strips and fastening elements (Combi) Introductory information
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. Note
The space below the variable loading floor can be used for stowing objects, for
example the fastening elements, removed foldable boot cover, etc. Ð Partially pulling out the variable loading floor
Fig. 72
Boot: partially pulling out the variable loading floor £
77
Seats and Stowage
›
Carefully press in the vicinity of the openings C
on the floor until it clicks into
place, if necessary press the safety buttons A
.
WARNING
Ensure the variable loading floor is attached correctly during installation. If
this is not the case, there is a risk of injury for the occupants. ÐFixing set
Fig. 76
Telescopic pole and tensioning strap
The fixing set can be used for dividing the boot or for securing the objects which
are being transported.
Telescopic pole
› Insert the holders for the telescopic pole into the left and right openings of the
carrier rails.
› Press the top part of the holder in the direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 76 and
simultaneously push in the desired position in the direction of the arrow 2
.
› Ensure that the holder is correctly locked in place.
Tensioning strap
› Insert the tensioning strap holders into the opening on the left or right carrier
rail.
› Press the holder in the direction of the arrow 3
» Fig. 76 and simultaneously
push in the desired position in the direction of the arrow 4
.
› Ensure that the holder is correctly locked in place.
› Place the object that is to be secured behind the tensioning strap.
› Press the button 5
on the top side of the holder and tighten the strap. WARNING
The objects in the boot must be firmly secured with the fixing set so that they
cannot move freely and uncontrollably and to prevent damage to objects or
injuries to occupants. Note
■ Do not use the fixing set to secure objects that might damage the fixing set.
■ The tensioning strap can also be fully reeled up by pressing the button 5
» Fig. 76.
Ð Moveable lashing eyes
Fig. 77
Moveable lashing eyes
There are four moveable lashing eyes in the boot that can, for example, be used
to attach the fixing nets. › Press the button 1
» Fig. 77
and push the lashing eye in the desired position in
the direction of the arrow 2
.
› Fold up the clamp 3
» Fig. 77 and, for example, attach the fixing net.
Ð Net partition (Combi)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the net partition behind the rear seats 80
Using the net partition behind the front seats 80
Removing and installing net partition housing 81
£
79
Seats and Stowage
WARNING
■ The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.
■ The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the boot can slide forwards if there is sudden braking - risk of injury!
■ Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function. ■ Ensure that the cross rod is inserted into the mounts C
» Fig. 78 on
page 80
or » Fig. 79 on page 80 in the front position! ÐUsing the net partition behind the rear seats
Fig. 78
Pull out the net partition
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Pulling out
›
Pull the net partition by the bracket A
»
Fig. 78
out of the housing B
in direc-
tion of the holders C
.
› Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts C
and push forwards.
› In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount C
on the other side of the
vehicle.
Folding
› First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side
and remove it from the mounts C
» Fig. 78.
› Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing B
without being damaged.
If you wish to use the entire boot, the foldable boot cover can be re-
moved » Fig. 69 on page 76. Ð
ä Using the net partition behind the front seats
Fig. 79
Pull out the net partition
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 79.
Pulling out
›
Fold the rear seats forward
»
page 71.
› Pull the net partition by the bracket A
» Fig. 79
out of the housing B
.
› First of all insert the cross rod into the mount C
on one side and push it for-
ward.
› In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount C
on the other side of the
vehicle.
Folding
› First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side
and remove it from the mounts C
» Fig. 79.
› Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing B
without being damaged.
› Fold the rear seats back into their original position. Ð
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