68StorageStorageStorage compartments................68
Load compartment .......................70
Roof rack system .........................76
Loading information .....................76Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
The glovebox features a pen holder.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console, in the doors and the rear side panelling.
70StorageRoof panelling
Press marked locations to open.
The maximum permitted load of the
two front compartments is 1 kg, and
the maximum permitted load of the
three rear compartments is 2 kg.
The compartments must be closed
whilst driving.
Load compartment
Stowage in the load
compartment
To open the cover, lift the carpeting.
Raise, rotate and lift the ring. The load
compartment contains the vehicle
tools 3 173 and the coupling ball bar.
The fuse box is on the left side behind
the cover in the load compartment
side panelling 3 170.
The tyre repair kit is on the right side
behind the cover 3 179.
Load compartment cover
Do not place any heavy or sharp-
edged objects on the load
compartment cover.
Before operating the load
compartment cover, the rear seat
belts must be fed through the side belt holders.
Opening
Remove load compartment cover
from side brackets. It rolls up
automatically.
76StorageRoof rack systemRoof rack
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Version without roof railing
Lift the covers from the fitting
openings.
Fasten the roof rack at the fastening
points.
Version with roof railing
To fasten the roof rack, insert the
mounting bolts in the holes indicated
in the figure.
Loading information
■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placedagainst the seat backrests. Ensure
the backrests are securely
engaged. If objects can be stacked, the heavier objects should be
placed at the bottom.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 72.
■ Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
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■ When transporting objects in theload compartment, the backrests ofthe second row must not be angled
forward.
■ Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or the
instrument panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or hinder the freedom of movement of thedriver. Do not place any unsecured objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 198) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the Weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the
straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.The permissible roof load is 75 kg and 100 kg for vehicles with roof
railing. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
190Vehicle care
If using a car wash, comply with the
car wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wipers and rear
window wiper must be switched off.
Remove antenna and external
accessories such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather together with window cleanerand insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Moonroof
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the middle part of the
moonroof.
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Performance .............................. 203
Performing work ........................153
Pollen filter ................................. 124
Power outlets ............................... 82
Power windows ............................ 39
Preheating and diesel particle filter .......................................... 91
Puncture ..................................... 182
Q Quickheat ................................... 123
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 210
Radio remote control ...................26
Reading lights ............................ 115
Rear floor storage cover ..............71
Rear fog light ............................... 93
Rear fog lights ........................... 113
Rear seats .................................... 49
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 80 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 194, 199
Refuelling ................................... 145 Reversing lights .........................113
Ride control systems ..................140
Roof .............................................. 42
Roof panelling .............................. 70Roof rack ..................................... 76
Run-flat tyres ............................. 174
S Safety net .................................... 73
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 45
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................88
Seat belts ..................................... 53
Seat folding .................................. 48
Seat position ................................ 45
Seats in second row ....................19
Seats in third row .........................20
Second row seats ........................49
Selector lever ..................... 130, 135
Service ............................... 124, 193
Service display ............................ 85
Service information ....................193
Service vehicle soon .................... 89
Side airbag system ......................61
Sidelights .................................... 109
Side turn signal lights ................164
Spare wheel ............................... 184
Speedometer ............................... 84
Sport mode .................... 23, 90, 141
Starting and operating ................125
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ............126, 135
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 78
Steering wheel controls ...............78Stop watch ................................. 107
Storage ......................................... 68
Storage compartments .................68
Sunglasses storage .....................69
Sunvisor lights ........................... 115
Sun visors .................................... 41
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 85
Tail lights ................................... 163
Third row seats ............................ 51
Three-point seat belt .................... 54
Tools .......................................... 173
Top-tether child restraint systems 67
Tow bar....................................... 147 Towing ................................ 147, 187
Towing another vehicle .............188
Towing equipment .....................148
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 208
Towing the vehicle .....................187
Trailer coupling ........................... 147
Trailer stability assist .................151
Trailer towing ............................. 148
Transmission ............................... 15
Transmission display .........129, 135
Tread depth ............................... 177
Trip computer .............................. 22