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Storage653.Secure both bicycle wheels to the
wheel recesses using the strap
retainers.
4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure.Caution
Ensure gap between bicycle and
vehicle is at least 5 cm. If
necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways.
Attaching the adapter
When carrying more than one bicycle, the adapter must be fixed.
1. Apply the adapter to the rear carrier system, as shown in the
illustration.
2. Turn the lever ( 1) forwards and
hold it, then lower the adapter ( 2)
at the rear.
3. Release lever and check if the adapter is engaged securely.
4. Guide the strap attached to the adapter underneath the lever
when folding back the rear carrier system. Fasten the strap.
Attaching further bicycles
The attachment of further bicycles is
similar to the attachment of the first
bicycle. Additionally, some steps
must be considered:
1. Before putting on the bicycle, always unfold the wheel recesses
for the next bicycle if necessary.
2. Always rotate the pedals into an appropriate position before
putting on the bicycle.
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66Storage
3. Position the bicycles on the rearcarrier system alternately aligned
to the left and to the right.
4. Align the bicycles with the one attached previously. The wheel
hubs of the bicycles must not
touch each other.
5. Attach the bicycles with mounting brackets and strap retainers as
described for the first bicycle. The
mounting brackets should be
fixed in parallel.
Use the long mounting bracket to
attach the second bicycle to the
rack.Use the short accessory mounting
bracket to attach the third bicycle. The bracket must be fixed
between the frames of the second and third bicycle.
6. Additionally, secure both bicycle wheels of the third bicycle to the
wheel recesses using the
tensioning straps.
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign to the rearmost bicycle,
to increase visibility.
Fold the rear carrier system
backwards
The rear carrier system can be folded
backwards to gain access to the load compartment.
● Without attached adapter:
Push the lever ( 1) to disengage
and hold it.
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Storage67Pull the rack (2) backwards to
fold the rear carrier system.
● With attached adapter:9 Warning
Take care when disengaging the
rear carrier system as it will tilt
backwards. Risk of injury.
Hold frame ( 1) of rearmost
bicycle with one hand and pull the
loop ( 2) to disengage.
Hold rearmost bicycle with both
hands and fold the rear carrier
system backwards.
To increase visibility, the tail lights of
the vehicle are activated when the
rear carrier system is folded back.9 Warning
When folding the rear carrier
system forwards again, ensure
that the system is engaged
securely.
Removing bicycles
Undo strap retainers on both bicycle
tyres.
Turn knob anticlockwise and remove
mounting brackets.
Detaching adapter
Detach the adapter before removing
the bicycle on the rear carrier system.
1. Fold in wheel recesses.
2. Unbutton the strap.
3. Turn the lever ( 1) forwards and
hold it.
4. Lift the adapter ( 2) at the rear and
remove.
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Storage71
4. Fold the backrest forward anddown.
5.Put the seat belts for the outboard
seats into the belt guides.
To return the backrest to the original
position, pull out the seat belt from the
belt guides and lift backrest up.
Push backrest firmly into place.9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely engaged in position before driving. Failure to
do so may result in personal injury or damage to the load or vehicle in
the event of hard braking or a
collision.
Ensure the seat belts are not pinched by the latch.
The centre rear seat belt may lock
when you raise the backrest. If this
happens, allow the belt go back all the
way and repeat operation.
If the seat belt is still locked, fold down the seat cushion and try again.
To return the rear seat cushion, put
the rear part of the seat cushion in its original position ensuring that the
seat belt buckle straps are not twisted
or caught under the seat cushion,
then push the front part of the seat
cushion firmly down until it latches.Caution
When returning rear seat backrest
to the upright position, place the
rear seat belt and buckles
between the rear seat backrest
and one cushion. Make sure the
rear seat belt and buckles do not
get pinched under the rear seat
cushion.
Ensure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seat
backrest and are arranged in their proper position.
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72StorageLoad compartment cover
Do not place any objects on the cover.
Removing Unhook retaining straps from tailgate. Lift cover at the rear and push it
upwards at the front.
Remove the cover.
Fitting Engage cover in side guides and fold
downwards.
Attach retaining straps to tailgate.
Rear floor storage cover
Rear floor cover
Grasp the handle and lift the cover.
Mount the cover to the hook at the
sidewall.
Lashing eyes The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or luggage net.
Warning triangle
Stow the warning triangle below the
floor cover in the load compartment. Secure it with the strap.
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Storage73First aid kit
Stow the first aid kit in the storage
compartment at the left sidewall of the load compartment.
Roof rack system
Roof rack
The roof rack has side rails attached
to the roof.
For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact your workshop.
Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests.
Ensure the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, the heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing
eyes 3 72.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests
of 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 load compartment cover or the
instrument panel, and do not
cover the sensor on top of the instrument panel.
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74Storage● The load must not obstruct theoperation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, 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 3 219) 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 75 mph.
● The permissible roof load is 75 kg. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack and the load.
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Instruments and controls103Warning chimes
When starting the engine or whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If a door, the tailgate or bonnet is
open.
● If seat belt is not fastened. ● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.
● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If approaching a vehicle ahead too closely.
● If the electronic key is not in the passenger compartment.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If the fuel level is low.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
● If any condition for an autostart is
not fulfilled.
Battery voltage When the battery voltage is running
low, a warning message or warning code 174 will appear in the Driver
Information Centre.
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe ride, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window
or other main consumers.
2. Charge the battery by driving continuously for a while or by
using a charging device.The warning message or warning
code will disappear after the engine
has been started twice consecutively
without a voltage drop.
If the battery cannot be recharged,
have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.