Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
86
Storage compartment on the dash panel
87
stowage compartments in the doors
87
Storage compartment in the front centre console
87
Cup holders
88
Cigarette lighter
89
Ashtray
89
12-Volt power outlet
90
Waste container
91
Storage compartment under the front arm rest
92
storage net in the front centre console
92
Glasses compartment
92
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
93
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
93
Clothes hook
94
Storage pockets on the front seats
94
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
94
Folding table on front seat backrest
95
folding table at the centre backrest
95
Removable through-loading bag
95WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – risk of accident!■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth-
er storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would not
be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger of causing
an accident!
WARNING (Continued)■ No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. may only be placed in the ashtray!
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 74
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 86 first.
The parking ticket holder » Fig. 74 is designed e.g. for securing car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.86Using the system
Storage compartment on the dash panelFig. 75
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 86 first.
Opening
›
Press the button » Fig. 75.
The cover folds in the arrow direction.
Closing
›
Fold back the storage compartment lid in the opposite direction to that of
the arrow » Fig. 75 until it clicks.
Certain models do not have a storage compartment lid.
WARNING■ The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must al-
so not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!■
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
■
Do not put any highly inflammable objects or objects which are sensitive
to heat (e.g. lighters, sprays, spectacles, carbonated drinks) in the storage
compartment.
stowage compartments in the doorsFig. 76
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 86 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 76
Storage compartment in the front doors
Bottle holder with max. 1 liter capacity in the front doors
Storage compartment in the rear doors
Bottle compartment, max. capacity 0.5 l in the rear doors
WARNINGDo not use the storage compartment A » Fig. 76 to store projecting ob-
jects. These could impair the effectiveness of the side airbag.
Storage compartment in the front centre console
Fig. 77
Non-lockable compartment
Read and observe on page 86 first.
The storage compartment » Fig. 77can be used to store small items.
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Cigarette lighterFig. 80
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 86 first.
Using the system
›
Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 80.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the ig-
nition key withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These could oper-
ate the lighter and get burned, start a fire or damage the interior.■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can case
burns.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12- volt socket for electrical
appliances » page 90, 12-Volt power outlet .AshtrayFig. 81
Low centre console: Remove front ashtray / open rear ashtray /
remove rear ashtray
Fig. 82
High centre console: Open rear ashtray / Removing rear ashtray
insert
Read and observe
on page 86 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting the front ash tray
›
Remove the ashtray in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 81 .
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
Opening the ashtray on the low centre console
›
Grasp the ashtray cover at the lower edge
A
and fold it open in the direction
of arrow
2
» Fig. 81 .
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CAUTIONThe storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg.
in weight.
Clothes hook
Read and observe
on page 86 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle door pillars of the vehicle and onthe handle of the headliner above each of the rear doors.
WARNING■ Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or
sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise
this may reduce the effectiveness of head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Storage pockets on the front seats
Fig. 90
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 86 first.
The storage pockets » Fig. 90 are intended for the storage of maps, maga-
zines, etc.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury!CAUTIONNever put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
Fig. 91
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 86 first.
Open/close
›
Pull the top edge and open the compartment in the arrow direction » Fig. 91.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGThe storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!
CAUTION
Before folding forward, the rear center seat storage compartment must be
closed - there is a risk of damage to the storage compartment.94Using the system
›Place the empty through-loading bag in the gap between the front and rear
seats in such a way that the end of the bag with the zip lies in the boot.›
Open the tailgate.
›
Push the skis into the through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing through-loading bag and skis
›
Pull the securing belt with both lock tongues out of the pocket of the
through-loading bag.
›
Insert the lock tongues
A
» Fig. 94 in the belt locks of the rear middle seat
belt
C
, first on the one side and then on the other side.
›
Place the securing belt in the middle of the skis between the heel and the tip
of the bindings and pull the securing belt tight at the free end of the belt
B
.
WARNING■ After placing the skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the
through-loading bag with the securing belt.■
The securing belt must hold the skis tight.
■
Ensure that the securing belt for skis grasps the middle between the tip
and the heel element of the binding (see also marking on the through-load-
ing bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed 10 kg.
CAUTION
■ Never fold and stow the through-loading bag wet - risk of damaging the
through-loading bag.■
The through-loading bag is designed to hold max. two pairs of skis.
■
Place the skis and sticks in the through-loading bag with the tips facing to
the rear.
Luggage compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
97
Fixing nets
97
Foldable hook
98
Fastening bar with sliding hook
98
Flexible storage compartment
98
Floor covering on both sides
99Luggage compartment cover99Net partition100
Storage compartments
100
Removable storage box
101
Removable light
101
Class N1 vehicles
102
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics 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 by using the fixing
nets » page 97 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy 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.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an 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 “ ”.
WARNING■ Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger
of death!
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper-
ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – 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
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of
braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving
around, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached
to the lashing eyes.
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WARNING (Continued)■The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of in-
jury!■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 11, Correct seated position
for the passengers in the rear seats .
■
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.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly
ajar otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk
of poisoning!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 191.
Fastening elements
Fig. 95
Fasteners: Version 1/version 2
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 95
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets
Fastening elements only for fastening fixing nets
Mounting bar with integrated hooks only for fixing mounting networks.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
Fixing nets
Fig. 96
Fastening examples for nets
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
Fastening examples for nets » Fig. 96
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy ob-
jects 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 net damage.ABCABC97Transporting and practical equipment
Removing›Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.›
Press the upper corners inwards and release the storage compartment by
pulling upwards.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling towards you.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Note
The flexible storage compartment cannot be installed on vehicles with the var-
iable loading floor » page 102.
Floor covering on both sides
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
You can fit a double-sided floor covering in the luggage compartment.
One side of the double-sided floor covering is made of fabric, the other side is
washable (easy to maintain).
The washable side is used to transport wet or dirty items.
Note
For easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 100
Secure luggage compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods.
Removing
›
Fold the seat backrests a little forward to make it easier to remove the lug-
gage compartment cover » page 83, inclination of the seat backrest .
›
Unhook the support straps
A
» Fig. 100 from the luggage compartment.
›
Place the cover in the horizontal position.
›
Pull the luggage compartment cover to the rear from the bolts
C
or pat on
the bottom of the cover in the area of the
C
bolts.
›
Fold the slackened front part of the boot cover over the head restraints of
the rear seats.
›
Slightly tilt the boot cover and remove it to the rear.
Fitting
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
» Fig. 100 onto the side trim panel via
bolts
C
.
›
Interlock the cover by lightly knocking on the top side of the cover in the
area between the bolts.
›
Hook the support straps
A
onto the tailgate.
WARNINGDo not place objects on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be en-
dangered if there is sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
CAUTION
After removing the luggage compartment cover, store it in such a way that it
cannot be damaged or soiled.
Note
If the support straps A » Fig. 100 are attached to the boot, then the boot cov-
er will rise as well when the luggage compartment is opened.99Transporting and practical equipment
Removable storage boxFig. 103
Storage box
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
The storage box » Fig. 103 is placed under the variable loading floor and can be
taken out.
There is a storage space for the vehicle tool kit under the storage
box » page 198 , Vehicle tool kit .
WARNINGThe removable storage box must be located under the variable loading
floor for the safe use of the variable loading floor.
Removable light
Fig. 104
Light operation / removal
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
The removable light is located on the right side of the luggage compartment. If the light is in the holder, then part
B
» Fig. 104 is lit.
If the light is outside the holder, then the part A is lit.
The lamp is fitted with magnets. Therefore it is possible to attach the lamp, for
example on the vehicle body, after removing it.
Remove the light from the holder›
Grasp the lamp in the areas of the arrow
D
» Fig. 104 and swivel it in the
direction of the arrow
1
.
Use of removed light
›
If you press button
C
» Fig. 104 , the lamp lights up with 100 % light intensi-
ty.
›
If you press button
C
again, the lamp lights up with 50 % light intensity.
›
Press
C
button once again - the light goes out.
Reinserting the lamp the holder
›
Switch off the ignition » .
›
First of all, place the deactivated light in the holder on the side facing the
boot lid and then press on the light from the other side until it is clicks into
place.
The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type AAA batteries. The rechargea-
ble batteries are constantly charged when the engine is running. It takes ap-
prox. 3 hours to fully charge the rechargeable batteries.
Replace batteries » page 211.
Luggage compartment light
If the light is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the boot lid is
opened.
If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched off when the boot lid is
closed.
CAUTION
■ If the lamp is not switched off and it is correctly inserted in the holder, the
bulbs in the front part A » Fig. 104 of the lamp are automatically switched off.■
If the lamp is not correctly inserted into the holder, it does not light up when
the boot lid is opened and the rechargeable batteries are not charged.
■
The removable lamp is not watertight and must therefore be protected
against moisture.
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