2014 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER MY14 Operator’s Manual

Useful information
............................232
Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments .......................................... 232
Folding table in the twin co-driver's
seat .................................................... 236
Cup holder ......................................... 236
Bottle holder ..................................... 237
Ashtray .............................................. 237
Cigarette lighter ................................ 238
12 V socket ....................................... 238
Mobile phone ..................................... 239
Additional communications equip-
ment ................................................... 239 231Stowing and features

Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes all models
as well as standard and optional equipment
of your vehicle that were available at the time
of going to print. Country-specific variations
are possible. Note that your vehicle may not
be equipped with all of the described func-
tions. This also applies to systems and func-
tions relevant to safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (Y page 26). Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you do not correctly store objects in the
vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung
around, thus striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, especially when brak-
ing or abruptly changing directions.
R Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around in these or in similar situa-
tions.
R Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage compartments, parcel
nets or stowage nets.
R Close lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
R Stow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the trunk.
In addition, observe the information in the
"Loading guidelines" section (Y page 242). Glove box
Glove box (example: glove box with a lockable lid)
0047
Unlocked
0048 Locked
0087 Glove box handle
You can lock and unlock the glove box using
the mechanical or folding key.
X To open: unlock the glove box lid if neces-
sary.
X Pull glove box handle 0087in the direction of
the arrow. 0085
Card holder
0083 Pen holder
X To close: fold the glove box up and press
it until it engages. 232
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Eyeglasses compartment in the over-
head control panel X
To open: briefly press cover 0043.
The eyeglasses compartment folds out.
X To close: press the eyeglasses compart-
ment into the overhead control panel until
it engages. Dashboard stowage compartments
G
WARNING
Objects protruding from the stowage com-
partment above the co-driver front air bag
could obstruct or even prevent deployment of
the co-driver front air bag. The co-driver front
air bag may then fail to provide the intended
protection. There is an increased risk of
injury.
Do not place any protruding objects in the
stowage compartment above the co-driver
front air bag.
! The right and left storage spaces may be
loaded with a maximum of 11 lb (5 kg) each. Stowage space (example: co-driver's side)
Stowage compartment equipped with smartphone
connections
0087
USB port
0085 3.5 mm audio jack
i Depending on the vehicle equipment, a
USB port and an AUX-in connection is
installed in the stowage compartment. A
Media Interface is a universal interface for
portable audio equipment, e.g. for an
iPod ®
or MP3 player (see the separate
audio system operating instructions). Stowage spaces and stowage compartments
233Stowing and features Z

Stowage compartment in the center
console Stowage compartment on the dashboard above
the center console (example with lid)
The stowage compartments on and in the
center console can be used to store small,
light objects.
X To open: pull release handle 0044.
Lid 0043swings up.
X To close: close lid0043and engage it.
The lid of the stowage compartment must
remain closed while the vehicle is in motion
to ensure that stowed objects are con-
tained safely.
The stowage compartments on and in the
center console can be used to store small,
light objects. Stowage space above the headliner
! The entire stowage space may be loaded
with a maximum of 66 lb (30 kg).
Do not place high, bulky loads in the stow-
age space. You could otherwise damage
the headliner in the event of sharp braking. On vehicles with a partition, stowage
space
0043can only be loaded from the cargo
compartment. Stowage space above the windshield
! The right and left stowage spaces may be
loaded with a maximum of 5.5 lb (2.5 kg)
each. Stowage compartment (example: driver's side)
0043
Stowage compartment 234
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Stowage compartment under the twin
co-driver's seat Twin co-driver's seat (example: Cargo Van)
You can stow various articles in the stowage
compartment under the twin co-driver's seat.
X To fold a seat cushion forwards: lift the
seat cushion out of front anchorage 0043.
X Pull the seat cushion forwards slightly and
out of rear anchorage 0044.
X Fold the rear edge of the seat cushion up.
X To fold the seat cushion back: fold down
the seat cushion by the rear edge.
X Slide the seat cushion under the seat back-
rest into rear anchorage 0044.
X Push down on the seat cushion at the front
until it engages in front anchorage 0043.Stowage compartment under the rear
bench seat G
WARNING
Always secure the folded-up seat cushion
with the retainer loop. The seat cushion could
otherwise drop down unexpectedly and
thereby cause injury to yourself or others. G
WARNING
When folding down the seat cushion, make
sure that nobody can become trapped.
! The retainer loop is neither a grab handle
for people to use nor a securing point for
loads. It may tear if used incorrectly. For vehicles with a crewcab, you can use the
stowage compartment under the rear bench
seat to safely store tools and other small
items.
X
To fold up the rear bench seat: lift seat
cushion 0043out of the front anchorage and
fold it upwards in the direction of the arrow. Retainer loops
0044are secured to the outer
head restraints. Stowage spaces and stowage compartments
235Stowing and features Z

X
Attach retainer loop 0044to hook 0087under-
neath folded-up seat cushion 0043.
X To fold down the seat cushion: hold seat
cushion 0043and detach retainer loop 0044
from hook 0087.
X Fold down seat cushion 0043.
The seat cushion engages automatically. Paper holder
X
To open: press the top of paper
holder 0043. Folding table in the twin co-driver's
seat G
WARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey. X
To fold down the folding table: pull fold-
ing table 0043forward by the tab.
X Fold folding table 0043down in the direction
of the arrow and onto the seat cushion.
i The folding table is equipped with a pen
holder and cup holder. Cup holder
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The cup holder cannot hold a container secure
whilst traveling. If you use a cup holder whilst
traveling, the container may be flung around
and liquid may be spilled. The vehicle occu-
pants may come into contact with the liquid
and if it is hot, they may be scalded. You may
be distracted from the traffic conditions and
you could lose control of the vehicle. There is
a risk of an accident and injury.
Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is
stationary. Only use the cup holder for con-
tainers of the right size. Always close the con-
tainer, particularly if the liquid is hot.
! Do not use the cup holder recesses as
ashtrays. This could damage the cup hold-
ers. 236
Cup holderSto
wing an d features

Cup holders in the dashboard
Cup holder in dashboard stowage compartment
(example: right-hand side of vehicle)
0043 Cup holder
i If your vehicle is equipped with a twin co-
driver's seat, you will find further cup hold-
ers (Y page 236) in the folding table. Cup holders in the center console
Cup holders in the center console
X
To open: pull out ashtray compart-
ment 0043by the recess.
Clamping arm 0044of the cup holder opens
out fully.
i Vehicles with the non-smoking package
have an additional cup holder instead of the
ashtray.
X Place the beverage container into the cup
holder and push clamping arm 0044against
the container.
X To close: push ashtray compartment 0043
into the center console until it engages. Bottle holder
Bottle holders
0043in the front doors (example: co-
driver's door) Ashtray
Ashtray in the center console
Ashtray in the center console
X
Pull ashtray compartment 0043out by
recess 0044.
X To open: fold cover 0087upwards.
X To remove the insert: hold the ashtray by
the recesses on the left and right and pull
the insert out to empty it.
X To replace the insert: press it down into
the holder as shown.
Make sure that the insert is inserted cor-
rectly. Otherwise you will not be able to
close ashtray compartment 0043. Ashtray
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Ashtrays in the passenger compart-
ment Ashtrays on the left and right in the side trim panels
X To open: fold out the ashtray.
X To remove the insert: press retaining
clip 0043down and remove the ashtray from
the trim.
X To replace the insert: insert the ashtray
down into the trim and close it. Cigarette lighter
G
WARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette
lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
R the hot cigarette lighter falls
R a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle. X
To use the cigarette lighter: turn the key
to position 1in the ignition lock.
X Press in cigarette lighter 0043.
The cigarette lighter will pop out automati-
cally when the heating element is red-hot.
X Pull the cigarette lighter out of the socket
by its handle. 12 V socket
Socket on the lower section of the center console
0043 12 V socket (25 A)
The 12 V sockets for accessories are:
R on the lower section of the center console
(12 V, 25 A)
R on the inside of the driver's seat frame
(12 V, 15 A)
R in the respective corner trim next to the
rear doors in the passenger compartment
(12 V, 15 A)
R in the load compartment next to the left
rear door (12 V, 15 A) 238
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