Storage59StorageStorage compartments................59
Instrument panel storage ...........59
Glovebox ................................... 60
Cupholders ................................ 60
Front storage ............................. 60
Overhead console .....................60
Underseat storage .....................61
Load compartment .......................61
Rear storage .............................. 61
Load compartment cover ...........62
Lashing eyes ............................. 64
Load compartment grille ............64
Roof rack system .........................65
Roof rack ................................... 65
Loading information .....................66Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise vehicle
occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the
event of hard braking, a sudden
change in direction or an accident.
Instrument panel storage
Storage compartments are located on both sides of the instrument panel.
Document holder
Pull the rear of the document holder
upwards from the instrument panel
and rest in tilted position.
To fold away, lower the document holder back into the instrument panel, pressing down until it engages
audibly.
Storage61Underseat storage
Pull the loop on the seat cushion to
gain access to the storage area.
Load compartment
Rear storage
Storage compartments are located in
the rear door pockets and in the load
compartment sidewalls.
Roof bars
Do not exceed the maximum load
(which includes the weight of the bars) of 25 kg. Always distribute the
load evenly on the roof bars. The load must not obstruct complete closure ofthe doors.
Retighten the fastening screws on the
four brackets periodically.Caution
Do not use elastic lashings, e.g.
bungee cord. We recommend the
use of webbing straps.
Roof bars are designed to be fitted in
a specific position. Proper fastening
of the roof bars cannot be guaranteed if refitted in another position.
No materials (e.g. rubber, plastic)
should be placed between the feet of
the bars and the vehicle body, to
ensure proper fastening.9 Warning
The use of roof bars may affect
steering and vehicle handling.
Removal
To remove the roof bars when not in use:
62Storage1. On one side of the vehicle, rotatehandle below first roof bar
(located beneath the bracket) to
loosen, then slide handle inwards
towards centre of vehicle.
2. Repeat above step for the other side of the vehicle.
3. Push up roof bar to release from bracket on both sides and remove
roof bar completely.
4. Repeat above steps for the second roof bar.
5. Unfasten screws on the four brackets to remove the brackets
from the vehicle body.
Load compartment cover
Extendable load compartment
cover
Do not place any heavy or sharp-
edged objects on the extendable load
compartment cover.
Closing
Pull the cover towards the rear using
the handle and engage it in the
retainers at the sides.
Opening
Remove load compartment cover
from the retainers at the sides. Hold
the cover and guide it until it is fully
rolled up.
Storage65● From inside the loadcompartment, release the pin (1)
on the rear of the partition to
unlock, then swing open the
partition door over the folded
front passenger seat.
● Insert the pin in the slot (2) on the
backrest of the folded front
passenger seat to lock in
position.
9 Warning
The load compartment partition
must always be locked in either
position during driving. Otherwise
vehicle occupants could be injured by the partition in the event of hardbraking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Ladder bulkhead
Depending on version, a ladder
bulkhead is fixed behind the driver's
seat or behind the rear seats to
protect seat occupants from
unsecured objects in the load
compartment.
Roof rack system
Roof rack
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. Contact a workshop
for further information.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in use.
Mounting roof rack
To fasten a roof rack, insert the
mounting bolts in the holes indicated
in the illustration.
66StorageNote
Roof racks are not permitted on high
roof variants (H2).
Vehicle dimensions 3 183.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenlydistributed 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 64.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent themfrom sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be tiltedforwards or folded down.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the extendable load compartment
cover 3 62 or the instrument
panel, and do not cover the
sensor on top of the instrument
panel 3 107.● The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
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 vehicle.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 175) 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),
Storage67luggage (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 (which includes the weight of the roof
rack) is 100 kg. The roof load is
the combined weight of the roof
rack and the load.
Vehicle care169Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingThe paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Do not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
191OObject detection systems ...........129
Odometer ..................................... 75
Oil, engine .......................... 173, 177
Operating windows from outside ..31
Outside temperature ....................71
Overhead console .......................60
Overrun cut-off ........................... 114
P Parking ................................ 19, 116
Parking assist ............................ 129
Parking brake ............................ 124
Particulate filter ........................... 117
Payload......................................... 66
Pedals......................................... 111
Performance .............................. 181
Performing work ........................139
Pollen filter ................................. 110
Power outlets ............................... 73
Power steering fluid ....................141
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 85
Puncture ..................................... 162
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 187
Radio info ..................................... 89
Radio remote control ...................21
Rear doors ................................... 26Rear fog light ............................... 89
Rear fog lights ........................... 100
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 62
Rear seats .................................... 40
Rear storage ................................. 61
Rear windows .............................. 33
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 70
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 173, 177
Refuelling ................................... 132 Remote control ............................. 21
Removing seats ............................ 42
Reversing lights .........................100
Ride control systems ..........125, 126
Roof bars ...................................... 61
Roof load ...................................... 66
Roof rack ..................................... 65
Roof racks .................................... 66
S Safety belts ................................... 44
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 37
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................81
Seat belt reminder warning chime 89
Seat belts ..................................... 44
Seat folding .................................. 38
Seat heating ................................. 40
Seat position ................................ 36
Second row seats ........................40Selector lever ............................. 120
Service ............................... 110, 172
Service display ......................77, 89
Service information ....................172
Settings menu............................... 89
Side airbag system ......................52
Sidelights ...................................... 98
Side turn signal lights ................148
Sliding door .................................. 26
Sliding side door ........................... 26
Spare wheel ............................... 163
Speed limit warning chime............ 89
Speedometer ............................... 75
Standard display ........................... 89
Starting and operating ................112
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ............112, 119
Steering ...................................... 111
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 69
Steering wheel controls ...............69
Stop engine .................................. 80
Stop-start system.................. 88, 114
Storage ......................................... 59
Storage compartments .................59
Sun visors .................................... 34
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 75
Tailgate ......................................... 27