2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-Class Stowage

Stowage compartment in front of the arm-
rest (vehicles with automatic transmis-
sion)
XTo open:press the marking on cover :.
iYou can remove the non-slip mat and the
insert for cleaning. When removing the
insert you will have to overcome some
slight resistance.
Stowage compartment under the armrest
XTo open: on vehicles with movable armr-
ests, make sure that the armrest is in the
rearmost position.
XPress button :and fold the armrest up.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
armrest can be moved backwards or forwards
in a longitudinal direction.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the
following may be in the stowage compart-
ment: a multimedia connector unit with an SD
card slot and 2 USB ports, e.g. for use with an
iPod
®, iPhone®or MP3 player; see the sepa-
rate operating instructions. Stowage compartment under the driver's
seat and front-passenger seat
GWARNING
If you exceed the maximum load for the stow- age compartment, the cover may not be able
to restrain the items. Items may be thrown out
of the stowage compartment and hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Never exceed the maximum permissible load
for the stowage compartment. Stow and
secure heavy objects in the cargo compart-
ment.
The maximum permissible load of the stow-
age compartment is 2.6 lbs (1.5 kg).
XTo open: pull handle :up and fold
cover ;forwards.
Stowage space in the rear
Stowage compartment in the rear center
console
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XTo open:pull down the top of stowage
compartment :by the edge of the handle.
iDepending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be an open stowage space above the stowage compartment.
Parcel nets
Parcel nets are located:
Rin the front-passenger footwell
Ron the back of the driver's and the front-
passenger seat
Ron the left and right-hand side in the cargo
compartment
Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 280)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces (
Ypage 281).
Folding backrest on the front-
passenger seat
GWARNING
If the backrest of the front-passenger seat is
folded forward, rear seat passengers can
come in contact with parts of the seat mech-
anism. particularly in the event of an accident, heavy braking or a sudden change of direc-
tion. There is a risk of injury.
If a passenger travels in the vehicle while the
front-passenger seat is folded forward, they
must sit in the rear seat behind the driver.
The backrest of the front-passenger seat can
be folded forwards to increase the cargo com-
partment capacity.
Once you no longer need the backrest on the
front-passenger side to be used as a load sur-
face, fold the backrest back into place.
XTo fold forward: gently push the backrest
back.
XPull release handle :and fold the back-
rest fully onto the seat cushion until it
engages.
XTo fold back: gently push the backrest
down and pull release handle :.
XFold the seat backrest back until it
engages.
Through-loading facility in the rear
XTo open:fold down seat armrest :.
XPull the center head restraint on the rear
bench seat into the uppermost position
(
Ypage 105).
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XSlide locking mechanism=in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
XSwing flap ;fully to the side.
Flap ;is held open by a magnet.
XTo close: swing flap ;in the cargo com-
partment back until it engages.
XFold armrest :up fully if necessary.
Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 280).
Cargo compartment enlargement
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat
backrest are not engaged they could fold for-
wards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the
event of an accident.
RThe vehicle occupant would thereby be
pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench
seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The
seat belt can no longer offer the intended
level of protection and could even cause
injuries.
RObjects or loads in the trunk/cargo com-
partment cannot be restrained by the seat
backrest.
There is an increased risk of injury.
Before every trip, make sure that the seat
backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat
are engaged.
!Before folding the backrest in the rear
compartment forwards, make sure that the rear compartment armrest and the
cupholder are folded in. They may other-
wise be damaged.
Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 280).
The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr-
ests can be folded forwards separately to
increase the cargo compartment capacity.
Folding the rear seat backrest forwards
and back
Folding the rear seat backrests forward
XFully insert the backrest head restraints if
necessary (
Ypage 106).
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
XPull left-hand or right-hand release han-
dle ;of the seat backrest forwards.
Corresponding seat backrest :is
released.
XFold backrest :forwards.
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
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XInsert the seat belt into seat-belt holder:.
Folding the rear seat backrest back
!Make sure that the seat belt does not
become trapped when folding the rear seat
backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam-
aged.
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
XFold seat backrest :back until it engages.
Red lock status indicator ;is no longer
visible.
XAdjust the head restraints if necessary
(
Ypage 106).
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Adjusting the angle of the rear seat backr-
ests (cargo position)
Vehicles with the cargo compartment pack-
age: to enlarge the cargo compartment, you
can adjust the rear seat backrests to a 15°
steeper angle (cargo position).
XFold the seat backrest forward
(
Ypage 284).
XMove handle :in the direction of the
arrow.
XPush back seat backrest ;as far as han-
dle :until the backrest engages.
The backrest is now in the cargo position.
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings
General notes
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
RObserve the loading guidelines
(
Ypage 280).
RSecure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
RDistribute the load on the cargo tie-down
rings evenly.
RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edges or corners.
RPad sharp edges for protection.
Cargo compartment
:Cargo tie-down rings
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Bag hook
GWARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug-
gage could be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
!The bag hook can bear a maximum load of
6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to
secure a load.
:Bag hook
Parcel shelf
!
The maximum load which may be placed
on the parcel shelf is 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg).
XTo remove: detach straps :from the tail-
gate.
XFold the parcel shelf downwards.
XPull the parcel shelf out to the rear ;.
XTo install:place the parcel shelf on the
guide rails on the left and right.
XPush the parcel shelf evenly forwards using both hands until it engages.
XFold the parcel shelf up.
XAttach straps :to the tailgate.
Cargo net
Important safety notes
GWARNING
On its own, the cargo net cannot secure or
restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and
heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured
load during sudden changes in direction,
braking or in the event of an accident. There is
an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using tie downs, even if you are using the
cargo net.
It is important to use a cargo net if you load
the vehicle with small objects above the seat
backrests. For safety reasons, always use a
cargo net when transporting loads.
Damaged cargo nets can no longer fulfill their
protective function and must be replaced.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Attaching and tightening the cargo net
You have two options for hooking in the cargo
net:
Rwith cargo compartment enlargement: the
brackets are behind the B‑pillar and the
cargo tie-down rings to tension the net are
on the sides of the rear-compartment foot-
well.
Rwithout cargo compartment enlargement:
the brackets are behind the C-pillar and the cargo tie-down rings to tension the net are
in the cargo compartment (
Ypage 285).
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The cargo net is located in the stowage space
under the cargo compartment floor
(
Ypage 287).
XOpen both Velcro fasteners and remove the
cargo net.
XUnroll and unfold the cargo net.
The joints on the upper and lower guide rodshould engage audibly.
Cargo net (with cargo compartment enlargement)
Cargo net (without cargo compartment enlarge-
ment)
XTo attach and tighten: insert guide rod:
into bracket ;.
XAttach belt hook ?to the cargo tie-down
ring and pull down on the loose end of the
lashing strap until the cargo net is taut.
XAfter driving a short distance, check the
tension of the cargo net and retighten it if
necessary.
XTo loosen and detach: pull belt clamp=
up to reduce the tension in the lashing
strap.
XUnhook belt hook ?from the cargo tie-
down ring.
XDetach guide rod :from bracket ;.
XTo stow:press the red button on the upper
and lower guide rod.
XFold the cargo net and roll it up.
XClose the two Velcro fasteners on the cargo
net holder.
Stowage well under the cargo com-
partment floor
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you drive when the cargo compartment floor is open, objects could be flung around, thus
striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of
injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction.
Always close the cargo compartment floor
before a journey.
!The maximum load capacity of the stow-
age well under the cargo compartment
floor is 55 lbs (25 kg).
There is a stowage area for TIREFIT, the vehi-
cle tool kit, a folding box, etc. underneath the
cargo compartment floor.
Opening/closing the cargo compart-
ment floor
XTo open: open the tailgate.
XHolding ribbing ;, press handle :down-
wards.
Handle :folds up.
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XUsing handle:, swing the cargo compart-
ment floor upwards as far as side flaps =,
then overcome the resistance of flaps =.
XPlace the cargo compartment floor on side
flaps=.
Roof carrier
Important safety notes
GWARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving character-
istics change. If you exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as well as
steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
!Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof carriers that have been tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
This helps to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle.
Position the load on the roof rack in such a
way that the vehicle will not sustain dam-
age even when it is in motion.
Ensure that, depending on the vehicle's
equipment, you can raise the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel fully and
open the tailgate fully when the roof carrier is installed. You will find information on the maximum roof
load in the "Technical data" section
(
Ypage 383).
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof
load may become detached from the vehicle.
You must therefore ensure that you observe
the roof carrier manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Attaching the roof carrier
XSecure the roof carrier to the roof rails. In
doing so, observe the manufacturer's
installation instructions.
Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes
GWARNING
The cup holder cannot hold a container secure
whilst traveling. If you use a cup holder whilst
traveling, the container may be flung around
and liquid may be spilled. The vehicle occu-
pants may come into contact with the liquid
and if it is hot, they may be scalded. You may
be distracted from the traffic conditions and
you could lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is
stationary. Only use the cup holder for con-
tainers of the right size. Always close the con-
tainer, particularly if the liquid is hot.
GWARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
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RAlways stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets.
RClose the lockable stowage spaces before
starting a journey.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the cargo compartment.
!Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The
drinks could otherwise spill.
Observe the loading guidelines (
Ypage 280).
The stowage compartments in the doors pro-
vide space for bottles:
Rfront: capacity up to 34 fl. oz. (1.0 l)
Rrear: capacity up to 17 fl. oz. (0.5 l)
Cup holder in the front-compartment
center console
The cup holder and the rubber mat under-
neath can be removed for cleaning. Clean
them with clean, lukewarm water only.
XTo remove:carefully pull in upper sections
of cup holder :on the driver's and front-
passenger sides until they release.
XLift the cup holder upwards ;until it can
be removed.
XTo install: insert cup holder into lateral
curved sections ;in the stowage com-
partment. Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of the upper section of cup
holder :faces forwards.
XPress the cup holder downwards until it
engages on the right and left-hand sides.
Cup holder in the rear seat armrest
!Do not sit on or support your body weight
on the rear seat armrest when it is folded
down, as you could otherwise damage it.
!Close the cup holder before folding the
rear seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup
holder could be damaged.
XFold down the rear seat armrest.
XTo open: press the front of cup holder :
or ;.
Cup holder :or; extends automatically.
XTo close: slide cup holder :or; back
until it engages.
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