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Front armrest settingFig. 63
Raise armrest
The armrest is adjustable in height.
Raise
›
Lift the armrest in the direction of arrow into one of the five locking positions
» Fig. 63 .
Folding down
›
Raise the armrest in the direction of the arrow until it stops » Fig. 63.
›
Fold down the rear armrest.
Rear armrest setting
Fig. 64
Fold down armrest
The armrest can be folded down to increase comfort.
Lowering / raising
›
Pull on the loop
A
and fold down the armrest forward in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 64 .
Raising takes place in reverse order.
Seat backrestsFig. 65
Fold seat backrest forwards / standby position of the seat belt
The rear seat backrest can be folded forwards to increase the size of the lug-
gage compartment. The seat backrests can also be folded forward individually
on vehicles with divided rear seats.
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adjust the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests.
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head
restraints removed before the seat backrests are folded forward » page 69.
Folding the seat backrest forwards
›
Insert the belt buckle latching element
C
of the seat belt into the opening in
the side panel - ready position » Fig. 65.
›
Press the release lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Remove the backrest in the direction of the arrow
2
.
In the undivided back seat, insert the buckle tongues
C
into the two outer
belts and the press the release handles
A
on both sides of the seat back si-
multaneously.
Fold back split seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest
tilted slightly forwards.
›
Pull the rear outer seat belt to the side panel in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 65 .
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob
A
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
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Fold back undivided seat backrest›If you removed the head restraints, you need to reinsert them with the back-
rest tilted slightly forwards.›
Insert the belt buckle latching elements
C
of the outer belts into the open-
ings in the side panel - ready position » Fig. 65.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the release
levers
A
on either side of the seat back click into place – check by pulling on
the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pins
B
on both sides of the seat back are not visible.
WARNING■
In occupied rear seats make sure that the respective seat backrests are
properly engaged.■
After folding back the seat back, the seat belts must be ready for use.
■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects
in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on
sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the backrest forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the fol-
ded back seat backrests.Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
73
stowage compartments in the doors
73
Storage compartment in the centre console
73
Cup holders
73
Cigarette lighter
74
Ashtray
75
12-Volt power outlet
75
Waste container
76
Multimedia holder
76
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
77
Glasses compartment
77
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
77
Clothes hook
78
Storage pockets on the backs of the front seats
78
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seats
79
AUX and MDI inputs (AUX and USB inputs)
79WARNING■ 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!
■
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!
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Car park ticket holderFig. 66
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The parking ticket holder » Fig. 66 is designed for attaching car parking tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
stowage compartments in the doors
Fig. 67
Storage compartments: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 67
Storage compartment in the front door
Bottle storage compartment with a capacity of max. 1.5 l in the front door
Storage compartment in the rear door
Bottle storage compartment with a capacity of max. 0.5 l in the rear door
ABCDWARNINGThe storage compartment A» Fig. 67 is to be used exclusively for storing
objects which do not project out because there is the danger of limiting the
operating range of the side airbags.
Storage compartment in the centre console
Fig. 68
Non-lockable compartment, front / rear
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Non-lockable compartment » Fig. 68
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
Cup holders
Fig. 69
Cup holder at the front/rear
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Fig. 70
Cup holder in rear armrest
Read and observe on page 72 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
Placement of the holders » Fig. 69 and » Fig. 70
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
In the rear armrest
WARNING■ 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.ABCCigarette lighterFig. 71
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 72 first.
Use
›
Press the igniter in as far as the stop » Fig. 71.
›
Wait until the igniter pops out.
›
Remove the glowing igniter and use immediately.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
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 cause
burns.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12 volt socket.74Using the system
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AshtrayFig. 72
Remove front / rear ashtray
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting
›
When removing, do not hold the ashtray on the cover.
›
Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 72.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGNever place hot or flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 73
Cover of the 12 volt power outlet
Read and observe on page 72 first.
Use
›
Remove the socket cover » Fig. 73.
›Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.WARNINGInstructions for devices connected to the socket.■Safely stow away all devices during the journey to prevent them from be-
ing thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre
or an accident – risk of death!■
The 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 sup-
ply immediately.
WARNINGWhen using the socket the following notes are to be observed.■The socket also operates if the ignition is switched off. When leaving the
vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
CAUTION
■ The socket can only be used for the connection of approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power consumption of up to 120 watts, otherwise the elec-
trical system of the vehicle may be damaged.■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
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Waste containerFig. 74
Waste container: inserting and moving/opening
Fig. 75
Replacing bags
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
The waste container can be inserted into the slot in the door.
Insert waste container
›
Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot.
›
Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 74 .
›
Move the waste container in the direction of the arrows as required
2
.
Remove the waste container
›
Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
» Fig. 74 .
Open/close waste container
›
Remove the cover in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 74 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Replace bags›
Remove the waste container from the slot.
›
Press the two locking lugs on the frame in the direction of arrow
4
» Fig. 75 .
›
Pull the bag together with the frame down in the direction of arrow
5
.
›
Remove the bag from the frame.
›
Pull the new bag through the frame and pull it over the frame in the direction
of arrow
6
.
›
Place the bag containing the frame in the direction of arrow
7
into the con-
tainer body, so that the two lugs engage audibly to the frame.
WARNINGNever use the waste container as an ashtray - risk of fire!
Note
We recommend that you use 20x30 cm bags.
Multimedia holder
Fig. 76
Multimedia holder
Read and observe on page 72 first.
Multimedia holder » Fig. 76
Storage compartment for storing two coins
Storage compartment for storing the vehicle key
Storage compartment for storing a mobile phone
WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray - risk of fire!ABC76Using the system
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Storage compartment in the front arm restFig. 77
Storage compartment / open storage compartment
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Opening
›
Grasp the armrests in the area
A
» Fig. 77 .
›
Lift the lid of the storage box in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Fold the lid of the storage box back in the opposite direction to the arrow
» Fig. 77 until it audibly clicks into place.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 78
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 250 g.
Opening
›
Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area
A
» Fig. 78 .
The box folds in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Move the tray in the opposite direction to that of the arrow » Fig. 78 until it
audibly clicks in place.
WARNINGThe compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
glasses and is otherwise kept closed - it could cause a restricted view to
the outside or to an 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. 79
Open storage compartment / close storage compartment and
open air supply
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
There is enough space in the storage compartment for a bottle of a with a ca-
pacity max. 1 l.
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The storage compartment is equipped with an inner light that illuminates
when opening and closing the storage compartment.
Opening›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 79 in the direction of the arrow.
›
Open the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Closing
›
Screw in the filler cap in the direction of arrow
3
until it audibly clicks into
place » Fig. 79 .
Air supply operation
›
By turning the rotary switch in the direction of arrow
A
until it stops, the air
supply is opened » Fig. 79 .
›
By turning the rotary switch opposite direction of arrow
A
until it stops the
air supply is closed.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or in-
terior air to flow into the storage compartment.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Note
If not using the air supply in the storage compartment we recommend that you
leave the air supply closed.
Clothes hook
Fig. 80
Clothes hooks
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle door pillars of the vehicle and on
the handle of the headliner above each of the rear doors » Fig. 80.
The maximum permissible load of each of the hooks is 2 kg.
WARNING■ Never leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items
of clothing hung up.■
To hang the clothes do not use hangers - there is a risk of limiting the ef-
fectiveness of head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.
Storage pockets on the backs of the front seats
Fig. 81
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The storage pockets » Fig. 81 are intended for the storage of maps, magazines,
etc.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
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