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Stowage box
Fig. 174 In the living area: stowage box to the left of the bench seaUbed.
f""'"'('n First read and observe the lntrod uctory L-J,:.,LJ Information and safety warnings & on page 210.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, there is a stowage box to the left of the bench seaUbed which can be used to store food or other light ob-jects.
At the same time, the surface on the stowage box is used as an extension for the bed.
Opening and closing the stowage box
• To open, press the :;. Fig. 174 (D button and wait until it comes up.
• Pull the cover up.
• To close, push the cover down and then press on the knob until it engages securely.
Removing and fitting the stowage box
• Loosen the thumb wheel :;. Fig. 175 ®behind the stowage box in the luggage compartment.
• Loosen the second thumb wheel inside the stowage box.
• Turn the handle (D in the direction of the arrow through 90 degrees.
Luggage net
f""'"'('n First read and observe the introductory L..-Wl Information and safety warnings & on page 210.
There is a luggage net located in the headliner of the luggage compartment for light items of lug-gage.
Fig. 175 In the luggage compartment: fixing the stowage box with handle
• Remove the protective covers from the seat rails.
• Move the stowage box forwards to remove it from the seat rail.
To fit it, follow the steps for removing in reverse or-der. Fit the stowage box only in the outer left-hand seat rail. Tighten the thumb wheel firmly and en-sure that the stowage box is securely fastened in the seat rails.
A WARNING
Loose objects may be flung through the vehi-cle interior in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
• The stowage compartment must be closed and securely locked In the seat rails while the vehicle Is In motion.
The luggage net is accessible via the tailgate and also from the living area. .,..
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A wARNING
Always use the luggage net carefully, observ-ing the instructions. Risk of injury.
• Heavy, pointed or sharp items which are not stowed securely can cause injury in the event of sudden braking manoeuvres or acci-dents.
Stowage compartment in the headliner
Fig. 176 Opening the stowage compartment in the headliner
Lockable stowage compartment
Fig. 177 In the wardrobe: lockable stowage com-partment
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If your vehicle has profile rails only above the side window, it should not be used for trans-porting luggage through the Installation of fit-tings.
• Store your luggage properly In the luggage compartment. <1
r-I'n First read and observe the Introductory L-Wl Information and safety warnings & on page 210.
The stowage compartment in the headliner has a maximum capacity of 2.5 kg & in Introduction on page 211.
• To Open, grasp the locking handle in the centre of the stowage compartment 176 G).
• Pull up the locking handle and carefully allow the stowage compartment lid to swing downwards.
• To Close, follow the preceding steps in reverse order, taking care that the stowage compartment lid latches securely into place & in Introduction on page 211.
r-I'n First read and observe the introductory L-Wl information and safety warnings & on page 210.
A lockable stowage compartment with two keys is located in the base of the wardrobe to the left of the kitchen unit 177 @. <1
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Drink holder, California
Fig. 178 In the living area: drink holder attached in aluminium rail.
.--m First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 210.
The drink holder for the living area can be attached to an aluminium rail and can be moved sideways.
• In the California Beach -aluminium rail in the left side trim panel.
• In the California Coast and Ocean -aluminium rail at the front edge of the kitchen unit.
Attaching and moving the drink holder in the aluminium rail
• To attach the drink holder, guide the two retain-ing lugs into the groove in the aluminium rail, and lower the drink holder.
• To move the drink holder lift it slightly. and move it sideways in the groove of the aluminium rail.
• To remove the drink holder lift it, and guide the locking lugs out of the groove of the aluminium rail.
CC!J Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opaque shades kit, removable
Opaque shades kit, integrated
Versions of the opaque shades
• Opaque shades kit, removable =>page 216.
• Opaque shades kit, integrated =>page 217.
Additional information and warnings:
• Windows =>page 36
• Seat functions, front =>page 69
• Seat functions, rear =>page 72
• Sun blind =>page 106
• Stowage =>page 150
• Seat functions, rear, California =>page 193
A WARNING
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The fibreglass rods and their connectors could be damaged or cause injury if they are bent too far.
• Never allow children to play with the fibre-glass rods.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured Incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident.
• Store the shades and fibreglass rods in the storage bag provided and keep this se-curely within the vehicle.
A WARNING
Obscured windows can impair visibility and driving safety.
• Only drive when you have sufficient visi-bility through all windows.
• Remove all shades before driving.
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Opaque shades kit, removable
Fig. 179 On the sun visor: attaching the remova-ble opaque shades for the windscreen.
r-1"!1 First read and observe the introductory L-J,:.U Information and safety warnings & on page 215.
The opaque shades kit is supplied in a zippered storage bag, which can be securely stowed in a drawer underneath the 3-seat bench or the bench seaVbed. it consists of six components:
• A fabric shade with two "hoods" for the wind-screen =>Fig. 179.
• Two smaller fabric shades for the rear side win-dows.
• A fabric shade with a hole on the left side for the sliding door.
• A fabric shade with a hole on the lower side for the rear window.
• A fabric shade without a hole for the window opposite the sliding door.
Fitting the opaque shade for the windscreen
• Take the opaque shade for the windscreen out of the storage bag and unfold it.
• Pull the sun visors out of their retainers and swivel them towards the rear =>page 106.
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• Pull the "'hood" of the opaque shade for the windscreen over each sun visor, starting from each visor's outside edge 179.
• Fold sun visors forwards until they engage se-curely in their retainers.
• Wedge the lower end of the opaque shade for the windscreen into the gap between the dash panel and the windscreen.
Fitting opaque shades in the living area
Take the opaque shade out of the storage bag and unfold it.
Fit the opaque shade on the corresponding win-dow. The opaque shades are attached to the win-dow frames using magnets.
Removing the opaque shades
Removal of the opaque shade for the windscreen is carried out in reverse order.
Take hold of the opaque shades in the living area by their outer edge, and carefully pull them off the window frame.
Fold the opaque shade securely in its storage bag
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Do not place any objects that are sensitive to magnetism, such as payment cards in the stor-age bag with the opaque shades. They could be permanently damaged.
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Opaque shades kit, integrated
Fig. 180 On the windscreen: attaching the integrated opaque shade.
f""""'('n First read and observe the introductory L-W.I information and safety warnings & on page 215.
Fitting the opaque shades for the windscreen
• Fold up the interior mirror 180 @.
• Fold out the retainers@.
• Pull the opaque shade CD out of the side trim on the windscreen using the handle in the centre.
• Fit the opaque shade first in the lower retainer in the dash panel (arrows) and then under the up-per retainer@ until the pin of the opaque shade engages In the hole in the retainer.
• Fold down the two sun visors ®to help hold the opaque shades in place.
• To open the opaque shades follow the preced-ing steps in reverse order, taking care to fit the opaque shades straight back Into the side trims.
Fitting the opaque shade for the rear window
• Pull the opaque shade out and up by its central handle.
• Hang the shade securely on the holder located high in the tailgate trim.
• To open the opaque shade detach it from the retainer, taking care to fit the opaque shade straight back into the tailgate trim.
Fitting the opaque shades to the middle window, rear side window and sliding door
• Pull the opaque shade downward by its middle handle until the desired position has been attained.
• The opaque shades remain autonomously in the desired position.
Fitting the opaque shade to the rear side window on the left side
• There is a plastic trim located between the wardrobe and the side window. Slightly lift and push the plastic trim using the handle in the centre to release the plastic trim from its catch.
• Pull out the plastic trim completely, and engage it.
• To open the opaque shade slightly lift the plas-tic trim using the handle in the centre, push it back completely, and engage it.
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Manual pop-up roof, California
C::O Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the manual pop-up roof.......... 219
Closing the manual pop-up roof . 220
Roller shutter
Above the front seats there is a roller shutter, which must always be closed while the vehicle is in motion. This prevents the pop-up roof canvas from hanging down through the ceiling access and blocking the driver's view. Keeping the roller shut-ter closed also reduces wind noise while the vehi-cle is in motion.
A WARNING
Incorrect handling of the manual pop-up roof can cause accidents and serious injuries.
• Never drive the vehicle with the pop-up roof open. The pop-up roof must always be completely closed and securely locked while the vehicle is in motion.
• Never drive with people in the pop-up roof.
• Only open or close the pop-up roof while the vehicle Is stationary.
• Only mount a luggage roof rack when the pop-up roof is completely closed and secure-ly locked.
A WARNING
Careless or inattentive use of the manual pop-up roof could cause serious Injuries.
• The pop-up roof should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its operating area.
• Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you ev-ery time you leave the vehicle.
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Incorrect handling of the manual pop-up roof can cause damage to it or to other parts of the vehicle.
• Make sure there Is adequate space before opening the pop-up roof.
• When closing the pop-up roof, always open the roller shutter and one of the vehicle doors to allow the excess air pressure to escape.
• Only close the pop-up roof when it is dry to prevent the build up of mould or mildew.
• Open the pop-up roof occasionally to air it out when it Is not being used for long periods oftime.
• Clean the pop-up roof bellows with water only. Never use household cleaners or Impreg-nating fabric treatment products.
• Close the pop-up roof during storms with driving rain and wind gusts. Otherwise the bel-lows could leak despite their specially treated fabric.
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Electric pop-up roof, California
o:IJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the electric pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Closing the electric pop-up roof . . . 223
Preliminary work for closing the electric pop-up roof manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Closing the electric pop-up roof manually . 225 Securing the pop-up roof manually from outside the vehicle . . . . . 225
Roller shutter
Above the front seats there is a roller shutter, which must always be closed while the vehicle is in motion. This prevents the pop-up roof canvas from hanging down through the ceiling access and blocking the driver's view. Keeping the roller shut-ter closed also reduces wind noise while the vehi-cle is in motion.
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
• Winter conditions 253
• Vehicle tool kit 416
A WARNING
Incorrect handling of the pop-up roof can cause accidents and serious Injuries.
• Never drive the vehicle with the pop-up roof open. The pop-up roof must always be completely closed and securely locked while the vehicle Is In motion.
• Never drive with people In the pop-up roof.
• Only open or close the pop-up roof while the vehicle Is stationary.
• Only mount a luggage roof rack when the pop-up roof is completely closed and secure-ly locked.
A WARNING
Careless or inattentive use of the pop-up roof could cause serious Injuries.
• The pop-up roof should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its operating area.
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone In the vehicle.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you ev-ery time you leave the vehicle.
A WARNING
Driving at high vehicle speeds and with a strong headwind after closing the pop-up roof manually could cause the pop-up roof to lift up or open on Its own and potentially cause serious Injuries.
• If you close the pop-up roof manually, do not drive faster than 60 km/h.
• Drive especially carefully and slowly In the presence of a strong headwind.
• The pop-up roof should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
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Incorrect handling of the pop-up roof can cause damage to it or to other parts of the vehi-cle.
• Make sure there is adequate space before opening the pop-up roof.
• When closing the pop-up roof, always open the roller shutter and one of the vehicle doors to allow the excess air pressure to escape.
• Only close the pop-up roof when it is dry to prevent the build up of mould or mildew.
• Open the pop-up roof occasionally to air it out when it is not being used for long periods of time.
• Clean the pop-up roof bellows with water only. Never use household cleaners or Impreg-nating fabric treatment products.
• Close the pop-up roof during storms with driving rain and wind gusts. Otherwise the bel-lows could leak despite their specially treated fabric.
m Roof hydraulics: the pop-up height of the W pop-up roof will be checked automatically and altered if necessary at regular intervals after the ignition has been switched off and the ignition key removed: first after 10 hours and then every five hours. .,.
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Preliminary work for closing the electric pop-up roof manually
Fig. 184 Removing the cover on the interior lights control panel
Fig. 185 Removing the central control panel
r-T'n First read and observe the Introductory L-W.l Information and safety warnings & on page 221.
• Take the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit 416.
• Close all of the windows in the pop-up roof can-vas.
• Lower the bed panel.
• Ensure that the roller shutter is and stays open.
• Secure the reading light to the cushion with the retaining strap.
• Make sure that no people or objects, such as blankets or pillows, are on the upper bed. Position both mattresses correctly.
• Open one of the vehicle doors to allow excess air pressure to escape.
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• Switch off the ignition.
• Open the glasses compartent in the roof con-sole.
• Grasp the interior lights control panel cover from behind through the slots and carefully press the Fig. 184 CD out of its fitting.
• Carefully press in the four clips between the roof console and the central control panel 185 the flat edge of a screwdriver.
• Pull the central control panel gently in the direc-tion of arrow CD [ID and then upwards out of its fit-ting in the direction of arrow ®[ID.
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Be careful when removing the central control panel and cover so as not to cause damage.