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an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden
changes of direction.
RAlways stow objects in such a way that theycannot be tossed about in these or similar
situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage
nets or stowage nets.
REnsure that closable stowage spaces are
shut before beginning your journey.
RAlways stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large objects in
the cargo compartment.
Observe the following notes:
RObserve the loading guidelines (Ypage 278).
RTo avoid damaging the side trim panels in the
cargo compartment, maintain a sufficient dis-
tance from the side trim panels in the cargo
compartment when removing and inserting
the cargo compartment floor.
Installing the parcel net
XOpen cargo compartment floor ;
(Ypage 288), raise by approximately 45° and
remove to the rear.
XPlace cargo compartment floor ;on a clean
surface.
XStretch parcel net :over cargo compart-
ment floor ;as shown.
Make sure that:
Rparcel net :is aligned with the center of
cargo compartment floor ;
Rrubber band=is below mountings ?
RtabAis facing forward
XSlide cargo compartment floor ;horizon-
tally into the cargo compartment until mount-
ings ?are positioned in guides Eon both
sides.
XRaise cargo compartment floor ;by approx-
imately 45° so that mountings ?engage
audibly.
Make sure that:
Rrubber band Cis below clasp B. The rubber
band must not block the clasp.
Rrubber band =is below base D.
XFold cargo compartment floor ;down and
press down until it engages.
Coat hooks on the tailgate
:Coat hook
Cargo compartment plug-in module
(telescope bars)
General notes
The cargo compartment plug-in module allows
you to use your cargo compartment for a variety
of purposes.
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The following accessory parts are located under
the cargo compartment floor:
Ra telescopic rod
Rtwo mounting elements
Rtwo brackets
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.
Installation
XOpen cargo compartment floor ;
(Ypage 288).
XAttach brackets :in the desired position on
the side of cargo compartment floor ;.
XClose cargo compartment floor;.
XTurn mounting elements=to=.
XInsert mounting elements =into brack-
ets :.
XPull telescopic rod ?apart.
XInsert telescopic rod ?into mounting ele-
ments =.
XTurn both mounting elements =to& until
you feel them engage.
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 following items are located beneath the
cargo compartment floor:
Rthe folding box
Rtire-change tool kit
Rthe TIREFIT
Rthe EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Opening/closing the cargo compart-
ment floor
XTo open: open the tailgate.
XHolding ribbing ;, press handle :down.
Handle :folds up.
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XFold out hook=on the underside of the
cargo compartment floor in the direction of
the arrow.
XAttach hook =to the cargo compartment's
upper seal ?.
XTo close:detach hook =from the cargo
compartment's upper seal ?.
XFasten hook=to the bracket on the under-
side of the cargo compartment floor.
XFold the cargo compartment floor down.
XPress the cargo compartment floor down until
it engages.
Locking/unlocking the cargo compart-
ment floor
1Cargo compartment floor unlocked
2Cargo compartment floor locked
The cargo compartment floor can be locked and
unlocked using the mechanical key.
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.
You will find information on the maximum roof
load in the "Technical data" section
(
Ypage 370).
!Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only
use roof carriers that have been tested and
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This
helps to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Position the load on the roof carrier in such a
way that the vehicle will not sustain damage
even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, ensure
that when the roof carrier is installed you can:
Rfully raise the sliding sunroof/panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel
Ropen the tailgate fully
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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.
Vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel:the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel cannot be opened if a
roof carrier is installed. The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel can still be raised to
allow ventilation of the vehicle interior. If the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
makes contact with a roof carrier approved by
Mercedes-Benz, the sunroof will lower slightly
but remain raised at the rear.
Attaching the roof carrier
XSecure the roof carrier to the roof rails.
XObserve the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you transport objects in the vehicle interior
and these are not adequately secured, they
could slip or be flung around and thereby
strike vehicle occupants. In addition, cup
holders, open stowage spaces and mobile
phone brackets may not always be able to
hold the objects placed in them in the event of
an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu-
larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden
changes of direction.
RAlways stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar
situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not pro-
trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage
nets or stowage nets.
REnsure that closable stowage spaces are
shut before beginning your journey.
RAlways stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large objects in
the cargo compartment.
!Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The drinks could otherwise spill.
!Do not expose drinks bottles in the cup
holder in the center console to continuous,
strong and direct sunlight. The passenger
compartment in the area of the center con-
sole can otherwise be damaged by the con-
centrated and reflected sunlight.
Observe the loa
ding guidelines (Ypage 278).
Cup holder in the front center console
XTo open:
open the stowage compartment
(Ypage 279).
XTo remove: slide catch=forward and pull
out cup holder ;.
XTo insert:insert cup holder ;and slide back
catch =.
XTo close: push cover :of the stowage com-
partment closed.
If you remove the cup holder insert, you can use
the resulting compartment for stowage.
You can remove the cup holder's rubber mat for
cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm water only.
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.
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XFold down the rear seat armrest.
XTo open:press the front of cup holder :
or ;.
Cup holder :or; extends automatically.
XTo fold out: place a container in the cup
holder.
The cup holder :or; folds down automat-
ically.
XTo fold in: remove the container.
The cup holder :or; folds in automati-
cally.
XTo close: slide cup holder :or; back until
it engages.
Sun visors
Overview
GWARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded
up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be
blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving.
:Mirror light
;Bracket
=Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket
?Vanity mirror
AMirror cover
Vanity mirror in the sun visor
Mirror light :only functions if the sun visor is
clipped into bracket ;and mirror cover Ahas
been folded up.
Glare from the side
XFold down the sun visor.
XPull sun visor :out of retainer ;.
XSwing sun visor :to the side.
XSlide sun visor :horizontally as required.
Rear side window roller sunblinds
!
Always guide the roller sunblind by hand. Do
not let it snap back suddenly as this would
damage the automatic roller mechanism.
!Do not drive the vehicle with the roller sun-
blind hooked in and the side windows opened
simultaneously. The roller sunblind can jump
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out of the retainers and spring back suddenly
when driving at high speeds, e.g. when driving
on the freeway. This could damage the inertia
reel. Therefore, either close the side window
or retract the roller sunblind before driving at
high speeds.
XTo extend:pull the roller sunblind out by
tab :and hook it onto retainers ;at the top
of the window.
Ashtray
Front ashtray
!The stowage space under the ashtray is not
heat resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is
properly engaged. Otherwise, the stowage
space could be damaged.
XTo open: open the stowage compartment
(Ypage 279).
XPush the cover of the ashtray upwards at its
right side =.
XTo remove the insert: hold the sides of
insert ?, push it forward and lift it up ;and
out.
XTo install the insert: press insert?into the
holder until it engages.
XTo close: close the cover of the ashtray.
XPush cover :of the stowage compartment
closed.
iYou can remove the ashtray insert and use
the resulting compartment for stowage.
Rear compartment ashtray
XTo open: pull cover ;out by its top edge.
XTo remove the insert: push ribbing=from
the left side and pull insert :upwards.
XTo install the insert: install insert:from
above into the holder and press down into the
holder until it engages.
Cigarette lighter
GWARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls
Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the
traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit.
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Cigarette lighter (example)
XTurn theSmartKey to position 2inthe igni-
tion lock (Ypage 132).
XTo open: open the stowage compartment
(Ypage 279).
XPress incigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ;will pop out automatically
when the heating element isred-hot.
XTo close: push cover :of the stowage com-
partment closed.
12 V sockets
General notes
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1inthe igni-
tion lock (Ypage 132).
The sockets can beused for accessories with a
maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accessories
inc lude such items as chargers for mob ile
phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when the
engine is switched off, the battery may dis-
charge.
An emergency cut-out ensures that the on-
board voltage does not drop too low. Ifthe on-
board voltage is too low,the power to the sock-
ets isautomatically cut. This ensures that there
is suff icient power to start the engine.
If you have connected a device to the 12 V
socket, leave the cover of the stowage com-
partment open. This prevents the cover from
bein gbloc ked.
Socket in the front center console
12 V socket (example)
XTo open: open the stowage compartment
(Ypage 279).
XLift up the cover of socket ;.
XTo close:push cover :of the stowage com-
partment closed.
Socket in the rear compartment center
console
XPull cover ;out by its top edge.
XLift up the cover of socket :.
Socket in the cargo compartment
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XLift up the cover of socket:.
115 V socket
Important safety notes
GDANGER
When a suitable device is connected, the
115 V power socket will be carrying a high
voltage. You could receive an electric shock if the connector cable or the 115 V power
socket is pulled out of the trim or is damaged
or wet. There is a risk of fatal injury.
RUse only connector cables that are dry and
free of damage.
RWhen the ignition is off, make sure that the
115 V power socket is dry.
RHave the 115 V power socket checked or
replaced immediately at a qualified speci-
alized workshop if it is damaged or has been
pulled out of the trim.
RNever plug the connector cable into a 115 V
power socket that is damaged or has been
pulled out of the trim.
GDANGER
If you reach into the power socket or plug
inappropriate devices into the power socket,
you could receive an electric shock. There is a
risk of fatal injury.
Only connect appropriate devices to the
power socket.
!Note that work and repairs on the 115 V
power socket should only be carried out by
qualified specialist personnel.
General notes
The 115 V power socket provides an alternating
voltage of 115 V so that small electronic devices can be connected. These devices, such as
games consoles, chargers and laptops, must not
consume more than a maximum of 150 watts
altogether.
Requirements for operation of these devices:
Rthe electronic device that you connect has a
suitable connector and conforms to stand-
ards specific to the country you are in.
Rthe plug of the electronic device is plugged
correctly into 115 V power socket.
Rthe maximum wattage of the device to be
connected must not exceed 150 watts.
Rthe on-board power supply is within a permis-sible voltage range.
Rthe 12 V sockets in the rear compartment and
the cargo compartment are operational.
Using the 115 V power socket
XTo switch on: switch the ignition on.
XOpen flap=.
XInsert the plug of the electronic device into
115 V power socket :.
Indicator lamp ;lights up.
XTo switch off: disconnect the plug from
115 V power socket :.
Ensure that you do not pull on the cord.
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