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8In briefHead restraint adjustment
Press release catch, adjust height,
engage.
Head restraints 3 32.
Seat belt
Pull out the seat belt and engage in
belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the
body. The backrest must not be tilted
back too far (maximum approx. 25 ° ).
To release belt, press red button on belt buckle.
Seat position 3 33, Seat belts
3 41, Airbag system 3 44.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror
Adjust the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 29.
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16In briefManual transmission automatedN:neutral positiono:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear (with selector
lever lock)
Manual transmission automated
3 115.
Starting off
Check before starting-off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 151, 3 179.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 135.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 28, 3 33,
3 42.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Manual transmission automated: operate brake, the transmission
automatically shifts to N (neutral).
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
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32Seats, restraintsSeats, restraintsHead restraints............................ 32
Front seats ................................... 33
Seat position .............................. 33
Seat adjustment ........................34
Seat folding ............................... 35
Armrest ...................................... 36
Heating ...................................... 37
Rear seats ................................... 37
Second row seats ......................37
Third row seats .......................... 39
Seat belts ..................................... 41
Three-point seat belt .................42
Airbag system .............................. 44
Front airbag system ...................48
Side airbag system ....................49
Airbag deactivation ....................49
Child restraints ............................. 51
Child restraint systems ..............51
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 52
ISOFIX child restraint systems ..55
Top-tether fastening eyes ..........55Head restraints
Position9 Warning
Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
Adjustment
Front head restraints, height
adjustment
Press the release catch, adjust height
and engage.
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Seats, restraints33Rear head restraints, height
adjustment
Pull the head restraint upwards or
press the release catches and push the head restraint downwards.
Removal
Rear head restraints, removal
Press both release catches, pull the
head restraint upwards and remove.
Secure the removed head restraint in the load compartment.
Notice
Approved accessories may only be
attached if the seat is not in use.
Front seats
Seat position9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.
● Sit with buttocks as far back
against the backrest as possible.
Adjust the distance between the
seat and the pedals so that legs
are slightly angled when pressing
the pedals. Slide the front
passenger seat as far back as
possible.
● Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible.Set the backrest to an angle sothat it is possible to reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do
not tilt the backrest too far back.
We recommend a maximum
angle of approx. 25°.
● Adjust the steering wheel 3 65.
● Set the seat high enough to have
a clear field of vision on all sides
and on all display instruments.
There should be at least one
hand of clearance between head
and the roof frame. Thighs
should rest lightly on the seat
without pressing into it.
● Adjust the head restraint 3 32.
● Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 42.
● Adjust the lumbar support so that
it supports the natural shape of
the spine.
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Seats, restraints37Heating
Activate seat heating by pressing ß
for the respective front seat.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button.
Press ß once more to deactivate seat
heating.
Seat heating is thermostatically
controlled and switches off
automatically when seat temperature
is sufficient.
Prolonged use for people with
sensitive skin is not recommended.
Seat heating is operational with the
ignition on and during an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 110.Rear seats
Second row seats9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
Depending on version, the load
compartment area can be increased
by folding the second row seats
(where fitted).
If a third row of seats are fitted, refer
to "Folding the seats" or "Removing
the seats" in the section "Third row
seats" 3 39 to increase the load
compartment area.
Folding the seats ● Press release catches and push the head restraint downwards3 32.
● Disengage the seat belts and ensure they do not obstruct the
seat folding manoeuvre.
● Remove the load compartment cover if necessary 3 58.
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38Seats, restraints
1. Pull the backrest release leverand fold down the backrest onto
the seat cushion.
Notice
The red mark on the release lever
becomes visible when the backrest
is disengaged.
Notice
The backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded
down, if necessary.2. Pull release lever; the seat base is
tensioned and will start to rise
automatically.
3. Fold the seat assembly forward completely.
Notice
A label indicating the seat folding
procedure may be located on the
outer edge of the seat base.9 Warning
When folding the seat use caution
- beware of moving parts. Ensure
the seat is secure when
completely folded.
Unfolding the seats
1. Ensure that the seat belts are disengaged and that they do not
obstruct the unfolding manouevre manoeuvre.
2. Lower the seat assembly to the floor, ensuring the seat is securely
latched into position.
3. Raise the backrest and adjust the
head restraint.
Notice
The backrest is properly engaged
when the red mark on the release
lever is no longer visible.
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Seats, restraints399Warning
When unfolding the seat, ensure
that the seat is securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury in the event of hard braking or a
collision.
9 Warning
Only drive the vehicle if the
backrests are securely locked into position. Otherwise there is a risk
of personal injury or damage to the
load or vehicle in the event of hard braking or a collision.
Third row seats
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
Depending on version, the load
compartment area can be increased
by folding up the third row seats.
Folding the seats
● Press release catches and push the head restraint downwards3 32.
● Disengage the seat belts and ensure they do not obstruct the
seat folding manoeuvre.
● Remove the load compartment cover if necessary 3 58.
1. Pull the backrest release lever
and fold down the backrest onto
the seat cushion.
Notice
The red mark on the release lever
becomes visible when the backrest
is disengaged.
2. Pull the lower strap and fold the seat assembly forwards.
3. Secure the folded seat in theupright position by attaching the
flexible cord (located on the seat
frame) to the head restraint of the
seat in front of the folded seat.
Notice
A label indicating the seat folding
procedure may be located on the
lower rear part of the backrest.
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40Seats, restraints9Warning
When folding the seat use caution
- beware of moving parts. Ensure
the seat is secure when
completely folded.
9 Warning
No person is allowed to occupy a
rear seat when the seat in front is
in the folded position. Risk of
injury.
Unfolding the seats
1. Ensure that the seat belts are disengaged and that they do not
obstruct the unfolding
manoeuvre.
2. Remove the flexible cord and lower the seat assembly to the
floor, ensuring the rear support is
located on the anchor point and
securely latched into position.
3. Raise the backrest and adjust the
head restraint.
Notice
The backrest is properly engaged
when the red mark on the release
lever is no longer visible.9 Warning
When unfolding the seat, ensure
that the seat is securely locked in
position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury in the event of hard braking or a
collision.
Removing the seats
Depending on version, the load
compartment area can be increased by removing the third row seats.
9 Warning
Removable rear seats are heavy!
Do not attempt to remove without assistance.
● Press release catches and pull the rear seat head restraints
upwards to remove them 3 32.
● Ensure that the seat belts are disengaged and that they do not
obstruct the unfolding
manoeuvre.
● Remove the load compartment cover if necessary 3 58.
1. Fold the seat assembly (refer to "Folding the seats" above).