›To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down in the direction of
arrow 7 into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.WARNINGPlease note the following points about the head restraint settings » page 8 , Correct and safe seated position .
CAUTION
Store the head restraints that were removed in such a way that they are not
damaged or soiled.
Note
In sports seats, the headrests are integrated into the seat backrests and can-
not be removed.
Seat features
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front seat heating
70
Front armrest setting
71
Rear armrest setting
71
Seat backrests
71
Front seat heating
Fig. 62
Buttons for heating the front
seats
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
The heat output can be adjusted with the ignition on.
The heater is turned on after the engine has started.
Buttons for the seat heating » Fig. 62
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
Switching on›
Press the button
or
» Fig. 62 .
Pressing once switches the seat heater on at its maximum level - Level 2.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the intensity of the heating is reduced
until it is switched off.
The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number of illuminated warning
lights in the switch.
WARNINGIf you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we rec-
ommend not to use the seat heating. There may be difficult to heal burns. If
the seat heating is used, we recommend to make regular breaks in your
journey when driving long distances, so that the body can recuperate from
the stress of the journey. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate
your specific condition.
CAUTION
The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not turn on any of the seat heaters if seats are not occupied.
■
Do not switch on the relevant seat heating if the seats have objects attached
to or placed on them, for example a child seat, a bag, etc.
■
When there are additional protective covers or protective covers mounted on
each of the seats, do not turn the seat heating on.
Note
■ If the heaters for the rear seats are set to their highest intensity - level 2,
they are automatically switched down to level 1 after 10 minutes.■
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automati-
cally » page 149 , Automatic load deactivation .
70Using the system
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!
72Using the system
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
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
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.78Using the system
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seatsFig. 82
Storage pocket
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The storage pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seats » Fig. 82.
The storage pockets are used for storage of small and light objects, such as
mobile phones and the like.
The maximum permissible load of each of the pockets is 150 g.
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the pockets. Heavy objects
are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.
AUX and MDI inputs (AUX and USB inputs)
Fig. 83
Installation locations of the inputs: AUX / MDI (AUX and USB)
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The vehicle may have AUX or MDI inputs (AUX and USB) for connecting exter-
nal sources.
The USB input is above the storage compartment in the front centre console
» Fig. 83 -
and is identified by the symbol .
The AUX input is marked with the lettering
and is in one of the locations
listed below depending on equipment.
▶ Between the seats in the front centre console » Fig. 83 -
.
▶ Above the storage box of the front centre console » Fig. 83 –
.
Additional information » Owner´s Manual Infotainment .
Multimedia holder
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Install/remove
80
Handle holder
80
External devices (e.g. tablet, smartphone, etc.) measuring min. 122 mm and
max. 195 mm can be secured in the support.
The maximum permissible load of the compartment is 750 g.
CAUTION
Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the holder - there is a risk of
damage or functional impairment.79Transporting and practical equipment
Multifunction pocket82Hooks82
Luggage compartment cover
83
“Parking position” of the boot cover
83
Storage compartment in the boot
84
Cargo elements
84
Floor covering on both sides
84
Class N1 vehicles
85
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 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 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.
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.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Fastening elements
Fig. 88
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 81 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 88
Lashing eyes for securing cargo, fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Fastener for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Lashing eye for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
The upper front lashing eye
C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
The maximum permissible load of the individual lashing eyes is
A
is 350 kg.
ABC81Transporting and practical equipment
WARNING■For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. The blower should always be on to
prevent the windows from misting up.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free from ice, snow or leaves,
for example, to ensure that the heating and cooling system works properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Heating and manual air conditioning
Fig. 98
Heating Controls
Fig. 99
Controls of the manual air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 87 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing
the corresponding button. When the function is activated, a warning light illu-
minates in the button.
Functions of the individual control elements » Fig. 98 and » Fig. 99
Set the temperature
▶ Lower the temperature
▶ Increase the temperature
Set the blower speed (Level 0: Fan off, level 4: highest speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 90
▶ Air flow to the windows
▶ Air flow to the upper body
▶ Air flow to the footwell
▶ Air flow to the windows and the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 89
Switch the cooling system on/off
Information on the cooling system
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met
» page 86 .
The warning light in the button
» Fig. 99 lights up after activation, even if
not all of the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met.
By lighting up of the warning light in the button, the operational readiness of
the cooling system is signalled.
ABC87Heating and ventilation
NoteDuring operation of the manual air conditioning, an increase in engine idle
speed may occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient
heating comfort.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 100
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe
and on page 87 first.
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the
temperature of the out-flowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing
the corresponding button. When this function is switched on, the correspond-
ing icon appears in the display.
Functions of the various controls and display » Fig. 100
Set the temperature
▶ Lower the temperature
▶ Increase the temperature
Selected temperature
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
Automatic operation of the air conditioning system is switched on
Intensive windshield defroster switched on
Direction of air flow
Recirculated air mode activated
Cooling system activated
Set blower speed
123456789Set the blower speed (the set blower speed is indicated by the corre-
sponding number of segments in the display)
▶ Turn to the left: Reduce speed up to turning off the Climatronic
▶ Turn to the right: Increase speed
Interior temperature sensor Switching the intensive windshield defroster on/off - when this function
is switched on, the warning light illuminates in the button
Switching automatic mode on
Switching the airflow to the windows on and off
Switching the airflow to the upper body on and off
Switching the airflow to the footwell on and off
Switch recirculation on/off » page 89
Switch the cooling system on/off
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains
active, whereby the lowest temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
The temperature can be set between +16 °C and +29 °C. The temperature is
regulated automatically within this range.
If illuminates in the display, then the Climatronic works with
maximum cool-
ing (temperature setting below +16 °C).
If illuminates in the display, then the Climatronic works with
maximum heat-
ing (temperature setting above +29 °C).
There is no automatic temperature control in the two end positions.
Switching between Celsius and Fahrenheit
Press buttons and
simultaneously and hold for about 2 seconds.
The desired temperature unit (item 3
» Fig. 100 ) appears on the display.
WARNING■
Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.■Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
CAUTION
Do not cover the interior temperature sensor 11 » Fig. 100 as this could impair
the functioning of the Climatronic. 101188Using the system