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WARNINGThe through-loading channel is only intended for transporting skis that are
placed in a properly secured, through-loading bag.Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
90
Storage compartment on the driver's side
90
stowage compartments in the doors
90
Storage compartment in the front centre console
91
Cup holders
91
Cigarette lighter
92
Ashtray
92
12-Volt power outlet
93
Waste container
93
Multimedia holder
94
Storage compartment under the front arm rest
95
Glasses compartment
95
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
95
Clothes hook
96
Storage pockets on the backs of the front seats
96
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
97
230-volt socket
97
Removable through-loading bag
98
AUX and USB inputs
99WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating, cornering or with an incorrect driv-
ing action) and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic – there is
the risk of an 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! 
89Transporting and practical equipment

Placement of the cup holders » Fig. 89
In the front centre console
In the rear armrestWARNING■ Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot cups in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves, they may spill –
risk of scalding!
■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or the vehicle is in collision.
CAUTION
Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 90
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Use
›
Press the igniter in as far as the stop » Fig. 90.
›
Wait until the igniter pops out.
›
Remove the glowing igniter and use immediately.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
ABWARNING■
The cigarette lighter also works if the ignition is switched off. When leav-
ing the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely independent,
such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These could operate 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.
Ashtray
Fig. 91
Remove front ashtray / open rear ashtray / remove rear ashtray
insert
Read and observe
on page 89 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting the front ash tray
›
When removing, do not hold the ashtray on the cover.
›
Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 91 -
 .
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
Removing/inserting the rear ashtray insert
›
Pull the upper part of the well and open the ashtray in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 91 -
 .
›
Grasp the insert in the area marked with the arrows and remove it in the di-
rection of arrow
2
» Fig. 91 -
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Storage compartment under the front arm restFig. 96
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Opening
›
Pull the armrest on the handle
A
in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 96.
Closing
›
Raise the armrest in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 96 until it stops.
›
Fold the armrest in the opposite direction of the arrow.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, the storage compartment should not be opened to an
end stop while driving.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 97
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Opening
›
Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area
A
» Fig. 97 .
The cover folds in the arrow direction.
Closing›Swivel the lid of the glasses storage box against the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 97 until it audibly clicks into place.WARNINGThe compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting
glasses, and otherwise must be kept closed – risk of injury.
CAUTION
■ Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - with high
temperatures there is risk of damage.■
The box must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-
pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system.
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 98
Tray open / operating air supply
Read and observe
on page 89 first.
A pen and credit card holder is provided in the stowage compartment.
The storage compartment is equipped with an inner light that illuminates
when opening and closing the storage compartment.
Opening
›
Pull the cover handle in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 98 and fold down
the cover.
Closing
›
Swing the flap up opposite to the arrow direction
2
» Fig. 98 until it clicks
into place. 
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Storage compartment in the rear centre consoleFig. 101
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Open/close
›
Pull the handle on the upper section of the recess and open out the com-
partment in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 101.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGNever use the storage compartment as an ashtray - risk of fire!
230-volt socket
Fig. 102
Open the cover of the 230 volt
power outlet
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The 230-volt socket (hereinafter referred to as a socket) is provided for the
connection of approved electrical accessories with a two-pin 230-volt plug and
a total power consumption of up to 150 watts.
The socket is located in the rear centre console » Fig. 102.
The socket only works if the ignition is switched on.
Use›
Open the cover in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 102.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
When plugging in the connector the child safety lock is unlocked and the out-
let is activated.
Warning light
Display indicator lightMeaningIlluminates greenThe power socket is activated.Flashes redThe power socket is temporarily deac-
tivated.
The socket may be automatically deactivated for the following reasons ▶ Excessive current.
▶ Low battery charge state.
▶ High socket temperature.
If disabling reasons no longer exist, the socket is automatically activated. Then
re-activate connected devices which are switched on »
.
WARNING■
Improper use can lead to serious injury or fire. When leaving the vehicle,
never leave persons who are not completely independent, such as children,
unattended in the vehicle.■
Do not pour liquids into the power socket – risk of death! If fluid does
manage to get into the power socket, completely dry out the socket before
reuse.
■
Safely stow away all connected devices during the journey to prevent
them from being thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden brak-
ing manoeuvre or an accident – risk of death!
■
The connected devices may warm up during operation – risk of injury or
fire! If the device becomes too hot, switch it off and disconnect it from the
power supply immediately.
■
The child lock on the power socket is unlocked when using adapters and
extension cables which carry volts – risk of injury!
■
Do no insert any conductive objects into the contacts of the power sock-
et, e.g. knitting needs – risk of death! 
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CAUTION■The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a two-pin 230V plug, with a total power uptake of up to 150 watt.■
Place the connector on the electrical device into the power socket as far as it
can go to create a connection between the contacts.
■
If the connector of the electrical device is not inserted fully into the power
socket, the child safety lock might release, and the power socket be activated.
The electrical device is still not supplied with power.
■
The socket is temporarily disabled at engine start-up and the indicator light
flashes red. After starting the engine, the power socket is re-activated auto-
matically.
■
Do not connect any lamps with neon filaments to the power socket - risk of
damaging the lamp.
■
A larger current surge may arise in some power supplies (e.g. for notebooks)
when connecting them to the power socket- this will automatically deactivate
the power socket. In this case, disconnect the power supply from the consum-
er and connect the power supply to the power socket first, followed by the
consumer.
■
The connected appliances may behave differently to when connected to the
mains.
Removable through-loading bag
Fig. 103
Tighten ribbon / secure through-loading bag
Read and observe
on page 89 first.
The removable through-loading bag (hereinafter referred to as a through-load-
ing bag) is used exclusively for transporting skis.
Stowing the through-loading bag and skis
›
Open the boot lid.
› Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest downwards
» page 88 .›
Place the empty, through-loading bag in the opening in such a way that the
end of the bag with the zip is in the boot.
›
Push the skis into the through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing the through-loading bag and skis
›
Tighten the strap
A
on the free end around the skis in front of the bindings
» Fig. 103 .
›
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.
›
Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlock-
ing button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into place.
WARNING■ After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag
with the securing strap B » Fig. 103 .■
The strap
A
must hold the skis tight.
■
Make sure that the strap
A
holds all skis in front of the binding (see also
the text on the through-loading bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed
24 kg.
CAUTION
■ Never fold and stow the through-loading bag when it is wet - risk of damag-
ing the through-loading bag.■
The through-loading bag is designed for the transportation of up to four
pairs of skis.
■
Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips
facing to the rear. into the through-loading bag.
98Using the system

Handle holderFig. 107
Tilt and rotate holder
Fig. 108
Adjust holder size
Read and observe on page 99 first.
Tilt and rotate holder
The holder may be tilted 30° in the direction of arrow
1
and rotated through
360° in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 107 .
Adjust holder size
›
Pull out the securing tab
A
in the direction of arrow
3
and move part
B
in
direction of arrow
4
to the desired position » Fig. 108.
Luggage compartment and transport of cargo
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
101
Fixing nets
102Multifunction pocket102Folding double hooks103
Foldable hook
103
Floor covering
103
Floor covering on both sides
103
Luggage net
104
Luggage compartment cover
104
Roll-up cover
105
Storage compartment with cargo element
106
Storage compartments under the floor covering
106
Multi-function pocket
107
Class N1 vehicles
107
When transporting cargo the following the instructions must be adhered to
▶ When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to
the shift in centre-of-gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjus-
ted accordingly.
▶ The cargo is stowed in the luggage compartment. To prevent this from mov-
ing it should be secured with suitable lashing straps to the lashing eyes or
secured with fixing nets.
▶ Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
▶ Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
▶ The items carried in the luggage compartment must be stored in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward if any sudden driving or braking ma-
noeuvres are undertaken – risk of injury!
▶ Tyre pressure is to match the load.
▶ When transporting loads in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats .
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 “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The warning light turns on when tailgate is opened. 
100Using the system

The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. as heavy objects are not e sufficiently secured - there is a
risk of injury!■
If the cargo is tied down with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, inju-
ries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.
■
Loose cargo can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could be damaged.■
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the
threads of the following devices. ■Rear window heater.
■ Rear window with an integrated antenna.
■ Integrated antenna in the rear side windows.
Fastening elements
Fig. 109
Fastening elements: Variant 1/variant 2 (G-TEC)
Fig. 110
Fastening elements: Variant 3/variant 4
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes
C
and
E
is 350 kg.
The maximum permissible load of the individual lashing eyes is
D
is 150 kg.
Overview of the fastening elements » Fig. 109 and » Fig. 110
Fasteners for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Lashing eyes only for fastening fixing nets
Lashing eyes for fastening of cargo and fastening nets (in variant 1, the
rear and centre eye is additionally provided for securing the multifunction-
al bag)
Lashing eyes for fastening cargo and fastening nets
Lashing eyes for fastening cargo and fastening nets
The lashing eyelet
B
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest .
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NoteFor easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.
Luggage net
Fig. 117
Luggage net
Read and observe and on page 101 first.
The net at the bottom of the luggage compartment cover » Fig. 117 is provided
for transporting light and soft items.
The maximum permissible load of the net is 1.5 kg.
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects into the net – risk of net damage.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 118
Remove the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 119
Luggage compartment cover
stowed behind the rear seats
Read and observe and on page 101 first.
If the support straps
A
» Fig. 118 are attached to the boot lid, then opening
the lid will raise the boot lid cover (hereafter referred to as cover).
If you want to carry bulky goods, the cover can be removed from the vehicle, and may be stowed behind the rear seat backrests » Fig. 119.
Removing
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps
A
in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 118 .
›
Hold the raised cover.
›
Press on the two sides to the underside of the cover in the region of the
mounts
C
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Installing
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Place the fixtures
B
on the cover above the brackets
C
on the side trim
» Fig. 118 .
›
Press on the two sides to the upper side of the cover in the region of the
mounts
C
.
The fixtures
B
must completely lock into place in the mounts
C
on both sides
of the luggage compartment.
›
On both sides of the boot lid hook the straps
A
in the opposite direction of
arrow
1
.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the cover. This could endanger the vehicle
occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact. 104Using the system