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Seats, restraints639Warning
Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position.
Seat position 3 47.
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Fasten the seat belt correctly and
engage securely. Only then is the
airbag able to protect.
Side airbag system
The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest.
This may be identified by the word
AIRBAG .
The side airbag system is triggered in the event of an accident of a certain
severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Note
Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This may be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the headlining trim.
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66Seats, restraints
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets.
When using ISOFIX mounting
brackets for seat mounting,
universally approved child restraint
systems for ISOFIX may be used.
A Top-Tether strap must be used in
addition to the ISOFIX mounting
brackets.
Permissible mounting location
positions for ISOFIX child restraint
systems are marked in the tables by
< , IL and IUF.
Top-Tether fastening eyes
Top-Tether fastening eyes are
located on the back of the seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting
brackets, fasten the Top-Tether strap
to the Top-Tether fastening eyes. The
strap must run between the two guide
rods of the head restraint.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF 3 68.
Selecting the right system
The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the
child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system
to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
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76Storage
The document tray must always be
returned to its original position before
raising the seat backrest.
If necessary, secure objects with the
strap.
When the storage compartment is
closed, it is possible to run a charging cord from an item in the storage
compartment through the notch, e.g.
to connect devices to a power outlet.
Power outlets 3 88.
Door panel storage The front and rear door pockets
contain bottle holders and depending
on version, a holder for cups or
ashtrays.
Underseat storage
On some variants, a storage box is
located under the front seat. Pull
storage box to remove.
Bench seats may also contain a
storage compartment at the lower
front part of the seat.
Using the straps on the passenger seat cushion, pull the cushion
forwards to gain access to the storage
under the seat cushion.
Double cab - Underseat storage
Depending on version, bench seats
contain removable storage boxes
beneath some of the seat cushions.
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78StorageTo enable long items to be stored
under the rear seats (on the front
passenger side of the vehicle only),
the lower trim flaps can be released.
First pull the strap on the passenger
seat cushion to raise the seat, then tilt
front flap inwards by pulling the tab
behind the seat (see illustration).
Fold up the rear flap by hand; it is
retained in the open position by
magnets.
9 Warning
Passengers must not use the seat
when transporting objects
beneath it with the lower trim flaps
opened.
Overcab storage
The total weight in this compartment
must not exceed 35 kg.
Load compartment
Do not attach items to or hang items
on the upper or lower struts on either
side of the load compartment.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
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Storage79Use the grab handles, located beside
the rear and sliding side door(s), to
assist during entry and exit of the load
compartment.
Load compartment cover
Rear parcel shelf Do not place any excessively heavy
or sharp-edged objects on the rear
parcel shelf.
The maximum load permissible is 50 kg.
The rear parcel shelf can be installed
in two positions, i.e. the upper
position or the lower position.
The rear parcel shelf may also be
folded up, allowing for greater
flexibility in the load compartment.
Removing
To remove, release parcel shelf from
its retainers on both sides.
If the rear seats 3 51 are in the folded
position, remove the parcel shelf and
store it horizontally in front of the folded rear seats.
Installing
Refit the parcel shelf by engaging in the retainers on both sides.
Lashing eyesLashing eyes are mounted in the load
compartment to enable cargo to be secured against slippage using
lashing straps or a luggage floor net.
Lashing eyes may be located on the
vehicle floor and/or in the sidewall.
The number and location of the
lashing eyes may vary depending on the vehicle.
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80Storage
Depending on vehicle, lashing eyes
may be located behind a trim panel in
the sidewall. To access lashing eye,
remove the trim panel by pulling it
upwards and place it in one of the rear storage pockets.The maximum force applied to the
lashing eyes should not exceed
500 daN/5 kN/5000 N.
Depending on country, the maximum
force may be shown on a label.
Note
Specifications on the label always
have priority over those given in this manual.
Loading information 3 82.
Safety net
The safety net can be installed behind the front seats or the rear seats.
Passengers must not be transported
behind the safety net.
Installing
Release the covers in the roof lining
(using a flat blade screwdriver) to
access the mountings, then insert the
load compartment net rods into the
left and right mounting locations and secure.
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82StorageWarning triangle
The warning triangle can be
accommodated in the space under
the seats.
Underseat storage 3 76.
First aid kit
The first aid kit can be accommodated
in the space under the seats.
Underseat storage 3 76.Roof rack system
Roof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information, contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Note
If tyres of size 215/60 R17 C are
fitted, consult a workshop before
installing a roof rack.
Refer to "Loading information" below
for further information.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects
can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the
bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes
3 79.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be
angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or
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Storage83hinder the freedom of movement
of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment. In addition, the
number plate is only
distinguishable and illuminated correctly if the doors are closed.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 206) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
Weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and
secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than
120 km/h.
The permissible roof load is
200 kg for H1 Roof height
variants and 150 kg for H2 Roof
height variants (excludes
Platform cab conversions). The
roof load is the combined weight
of the roof rack and the load.
