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Seats, restraints53Storing positions by remote control
Actual driver's seat and exterior
mirror positions are automatically
stored by the radio remote control key
each time the ignition is switched off.
These stored positions are
independent of the memory positions
stored by the buttons 1 or 2.
The stored positions are
automatically recalled by unlocking
and opening the driver's door with the
memorised radio remote control key.
If the door is already open, press c on
remote control to activate the recall.
To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory-, power mirror- or
power seat controls.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
personalisation.
Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
Colour-Info-Display 3 118.
Vehicle personalisation 3 121.Easy exit function
For a convenient exit out of the
vehicle, the power driver seat moves
rearwards when vehicle is stationary.
To activate, switch off ignition,
remove key from the ignition switch
and open the driver's door. If the door
is already open, switch off ignition to
activate the recall.
To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory- or power seat
controls.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
personalisation.
Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
Colour-Info-Display 3 118.
Vehicle personalisation 3 121.
Safety function
If the driver's seat encounters
resistance during movement, the
recall may stop. After removing the
obstruction, press and hold the
appropriate power seat position
button for the memory item for
two seconds. Try recalling thememory position again. If the recall
does not operate, consult a
workshop.
Overload
If the seat setting is electrically
overloaded, the power supply is
automatically cut-off for a short time.
Note
After an accident in which airbags have been deployed, the memorised
settings for each position button will
be deactivated.
Armrest
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Seats, restraints55Seat belts
The seat belts are locked during hardacceleration or deceleration of the
vehicle, holding the occupants in the
seat position. Thereby the risk of
injury is considerably reduced.
9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child
restraint system 3 64.
Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage, soiling and
proper functionality.
Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the
belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop.
Note
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from
getting into the belt retractors.
Seat belt reminder
Each seat is equipped with a seat belt
reminder, indicated for front seats by
control indicators X and k, or for rear
seats by the symbol X in the Driver
Information Centre 3 104.
Depending on version, the
passenger's seat may not be
equipped with a seat belt reminder.Belt force limiters
Stress on the body is reduced by the
gradual release of the belt during a
collision.
Belt pretensioners
In the event of a head-on or rear-end collision of a certain severity, the front
seat belts are tightened.9 Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
pretensioners.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
is indicated by continuous illumination
of control indicator v 3 105.
Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop. Belt
pretensioners can only be triggered
once.
Note
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt
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70StorageStorageStorage compartments................70
Glovebox ................................... 70
Cupholders ................................ 70
Front storage ............................. 71
Armrest storage .........................71
Load compartment .......................72
Load compartment cover ...........74
Rear floor storage cover ............75
Lashing eyes ............................. 76
Cargo management system ......77
Safety net .................................. 78
Warning triangle ........................81
First aid kit ................................. 81
Roof rack system .........................82
Roof rack ................................... 82
Loading information .....................83Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
The glovebox features a pen holder,
a coin holder and an adapter for the
locking wheel nuts.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.
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Storage73
The backrests are properly engaged
when both red marks on the side near the release lever are no longer visible.
9 Warning
Only drive the vehicle when 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.
The seat belt of the centre seat could
be blocked when the backrest is
folded up too quickly. To unlock the
retractor, push in the seat belt or pull
it out by approx. 20 mm and then
release.
Opening the pass-through in the
rear centre backrest
Fold down rear armrest.Pull grip and open the cover.
Suitable for loading long, narrow
objects.
Ensure the cover engages after
folding up.
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Storage77Cargo management systemThe FlexOrganizer is a flexible
system for dividing up the load
compartment.
The system consists of: ● adapters
● mesh pockets
● hooks
● service box
● strap set
The components are fitted in rails on
both side panels using adapters and hooks.
Installation of adapters in the railsFold open the handle plate, insert the adapter into the upper and lower
groove of the rail and move to the
required position. Turn the handle
plate upwards to lock the adapter. To
remove, turn the handle plate
downwards and move out of the rail.
Variable partition net
Insert adapters into the required
position in the rails. Stick together the
halves of the net rods.
To install, push rods together a little
and insert into the relevant openings
in the adapters.
To remove, press the net rods
together and remove from the
adapters.
Net pocket
Insert adapters into the required
position in the rails. The net pocket
can be suspended from the adapters.
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78StorageInstallation of hooks in the rails
Insert the hook in the desired positionfirst into the upper groove of the rail
and then press into the lower groove.
To remove, first pull out of the upper
groove.
Service box
Install two hooks in the upper rail.
Insert the upper brackets of the box
from above into the hooks.
Alternatively install both hooks in the
lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets
of the box from above into the lower
hooks.
Strap set
Insert the adapters of the strap set
into a rail. Make sure that the belt is
not twisted.
The strap set has two locks to open. The belt can be tightened.
Safety net
Two different safety nets can be
installed behind the front seats or rear
seats.
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Storage79Passengers must not be transported
behind the safety net.
Safety net behind the front seats
Push head restraints of the rear seats down and fold down rear seat
backrests 3 72.
Front installation openings in the roof
frame: latch rod of the net at one side,
compress rod and latch at the other
side.
Fit the hooks of the small belts into the Top-Tether mounting loops on the
back side of the folded rear seat
backrests.
Fit the hooks of the wider belts into the locking devices of the rear seat
backrests.
Safety net cassette behind the
rear seats
Pull out the net from the cassette and latch the rod of the net at one side into
the rear installation opening in the
roof frame. Compress the rod and
latch at the other side.
Removal of the cassette
Roll up safety net.
Remove load compartment cover
3 74.
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To unlock, turn cassette slightly
backwards and remove it upwards from the retainers.
Installation of the cassette
Remove load compartment cover.Insert the cassette into the retainers
on left and right side. Note the signs
L (left side) and R (right side) on the
cassette as an installation hint.
Turn cassette slightly forwards to
lock.
Stowage of safety nets and load
compartment cover
Rear safety net cassette can be
placed, together with the load
compartment cover and the coiled up
safety net, under the load
compartment floor.Open the load compartment floor by
pulling the handle. Fold and place the floor behind the rear seats.