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48Seats, restraintsCurtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby considerably
reducing the risk of injury to the head in the event of a side-on impact.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated if a child restraint system is to be fitted on this seat. The
belt pretensioners and all driver
airbag systems will remain active.The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a key-
operated switch on the right side of the instrument panel.
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Storage55StorageStorage compartments................55
Load compartment .......................67
Roof rack system .........................70
Loading information .....................70Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise 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 will illuminate when
opened.
The glovebox partition can be
removed from its groove. Store the
partition in the groove on the far left- hand side of the glovebox.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Lockable glovebox Lock and unlock the glovebox with thekey.
Cupholders Cupholders are located in the front ofthe centre console.
The cupholder is flexible, allowing
different size drink containers to be stored.
Additional cupholders are located in
the centre rear seat armrest. Fold
down the armrest to access the
cupholder.
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70StorageRoof rack systemRoof rack
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact a workshop.
Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails
following the instructions that
accompany the system, ensuring that
the roof load is evenly distributed over the side or cross rails.
Loads must not be placed on the roof surface. To prevent damage or loss,
check frequently that roof loads are
securely fastened.
Driving with a roof load affects the
vehicle centre of gravity; drive
carefully in crosswinds and do not
drive at high speeds.
Remove the roof rack when not in
use.Loading information
■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. Ensure the
backrests are securely engaged. If
objects can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the
bottom.
With rear seats in the folded
position, objects must not be
stacked higher than the seat
backrests.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 69.
■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment, e.g. with a luggage
floor net, to prevent sliding.
■ When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests of
the rear seats 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, and do not cover
the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, electrical
parking brake and gear selector, or hinder the freedom of movement ofthe driver. 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.
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To calculate the EC kerb weight,
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 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is
100 kg. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
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90Instruments and controls
Illuminates when the front fog lights
are switched on 3 108.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on 3 109.
Cruise control
m illuminates yellow or green.
Illuminates yellow
The system is ready for operation.
Illuminates green
A certain speed is stored.
Cruise control 3 140.
Speed warning
à illuminates yellow.
In vehicles equipped with the
overspeed warning light, when
vehicle speed exceeds 75 mph,
control indicator à flashes,accompanied by a warning chime, to
warn the driver to reduce speed as
appropriate.
Trailer indicator á illuminates green.
Illuminates when a trailer is
connected to the vehicle 3 146.
Bonnet open
/ illuminates red.
Illuminates when the bonnet is open.
Stop-start system 3 124.
Door open ( illuminates red.
Illuminates when a door is open or not
securely latched.
Tailgate open
1 illuminates red.
Illuminates when tailgate is open or
not securely latched 3 22.Anti-theft alarm system
a illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when alarm system
monitoring of the passenger
compartment and vehicle inclination
has been switched off with button a in the roof lining.
Anti-theft alarm system 3 24.
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110LightingInterior lightingInstrument panel
illumination control
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
■ Instrument panel illumination
■ Info-Display
■ Illuminated switches and operation elements.
Turn thumb wheel k to the right or left
until the desired brightness is
obtained.
If driver's door is opened or q is
pressed on the remote control,
instrument panel illuminates
automatically for 30 seconds until
ignition switch is turned to position ACC .
Display mode 3 93.
Interior lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Notice
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.Front courtesy light
Front and rear reading lights and the
load compartment lights function as
courtesy lights and illuminate when
the doors or the tailgate are opened.
If the doors or tailgate remain open, the lights stay illuminated for
10 minutes. Once all doors and the tailgate are closed, the courtesy lights dim gradually after 10 seconds.
By pressing button d in the roof
lining, both the front and rear reading lights illuminate. Press again to turn
off.
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Courtesy lights can be turned off
immediately by pressing button K.
Ignition switch illumination
Illuminates when you open a door.
Switch off immediately by pressing button K in the roof lining.
Glovebox illumination
Illuminates when the glovebox is
opened.
Load compartment lighting
Illuminates when a door or the tailgate
is opened.
Reading lights
Front reading lights
Operated with the L and M
buttons.
Avoid using front reading lights while
driving in the dark, as they can reduce driver visibility.
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116Climate control
directed to it. If windscreen mists up
from outside, activate windscreen
wiper and deactivate l.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows and sunroof
so that hot air can disperse quickly.
■ Press button n to activate air
conditioning.
■ Press button 4 to activate air
recirculation.
■ Set air distribution switch to M.
■ Set temperature control to coldest level.
■ Set fan to highest level.
■ Open all vents.Demisting and defrosting
■ Set the air distribution switch to l
or J.
■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Set fan to highest level.
■ Close centre air vents.
■ Open side air vents and direct them
towards the door windows.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü
3 31.
Air conditioning n and air
recirculation 4 are switched on
automatically to improve defrosting
efficiency when position l or J is
selected.
Electronic climate control system The dual zone climate control allows
different climatisation temperatures
for driver and front passenger side.
Controls for:
■ Temperature on driver side
■ Air distribution