Page 67 of 233

Seats, restraints65Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not
in use, secure the seat with a seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.
Notice
Do not affix anything on the child restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.
Child locks 3 30.
Central locking system 3 24.
Page 76 of 233
74Storage
The document tray must always be
returned to its original position before
raising the seat backrest.
If necessary, secure objects with the
strap.
When the storage compartment is
closed, it is possible to run a charging cord from an item in the storage
compartment through the notch, e.g.
to connect devices to a power outlet.
Power outlets 3 86.
Door panel storage The front and rear door pockets
contain bottle holders and depending
on version, a holder for cups or
ashtrays.
Underseat storage
On some variants, a storage box is
located under the front seat. Pull
storage box to remove.
Bench seats may also contain a
storage compartment at the lower
front part of the seat.
Using the straps on the passenger seat cushion, pull the cushion
forwards to gain access to the storage
under the seat cushion.
Double cab - Underseat storage
Depending on version, bench seats
contain removable storage boxes
beneath some of the seat cushions.
Page 78 of 233
76StorageTo enable long items to be stored
under the rear seats (on the front
passenger side of the vehicle only),
the lower trim flaps can be released.
First pull the strap on the passenger
seat cushion to raise the seat, then tilt
front flap inwards by pulling the tab
behind the seat (see illustration).
Fold up the rear flap by hand; it is
retained in the open position by
magnets.
9 Warning
Passengers must not use the seat
when transporting objects
beneath it with the lower trim flaps
opened.
Overcab storage
The total weight in this compartment
must not exceed 35 kg.
Load compartment
Do not attach items to or hang items
on the upper or lower struts on either
side of the load compartment.9 Warning
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 car.
Page 79 of 233

Storage77Use the grab handles, located beside
the rear and sliding side door(s), to
assist during entry and exit of the load
compartment.
Load compartment cover
Rear parcel shelf Do not place any excessively heavy
or sharp-edged objects on the rear
parcel shelf.
The maximum load permissible is 50 kg.
The rear parcel shelf can be installed
in two positions, i.e. the upper
position or the lower position.
The rear parcel shelf may also be
folded up, allowing for greater
flexibility in the load compartment.
Removing
To remove, release parcel shelf from
its retainers on both sides.
If the rear seats 3 49 are in the folded
position, remove the parcel shelf and
store it horizontally in front of the folded rear seats.
Installing
Refit the parcel shelf by engaging in the retainers on both sides.
Lashing eyesLashing eyes are mounted in the load
compartment to enable cargo to be secured against slippage using
lashing straps or a luggage floor net.
Lashing eyes may be located on the
vehicle floor and / or in the sidewall.
The number and location of the
lashing eyes may vary depending on the vehicle.
Page 80 of 233
78Storage
Depending on vehicle, lashing eyes
may be located behind a trim panel in
the sidewall. To access lashing eye,
remove the trim panel by pulling it
upwards and place it in one of the rear storage pockets.The maximum force applied to the
lashing eyes should not exceed
500 daN / 5 kN / 5000 N.
Depending on country, the maximum
force may be shown on a label.
Notice
Specifications on the label always
have priority over those given in this manual.
Loading information 3 80.
Safety net
The safety net can be installed behind the front seats or the rear seats.
Passengers must not be transported
behind the safety net.
Installing
Release the covers in the roof lining
(using a flat blade screwdriver) to
access the mountings, then insert the
load compartment net rods into the
left and right mounting locations and secure.
Page 82 of 233

80StorageWarning triangle
The warning triangle can be
accommodated in the space under
the seats.
Underseat storage 3 74.
First aid kit
The first aid kit can be accommodated
in the space under the seats.
Underseat storage 3 74.Roof rack system
Roof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information, contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Notice
If tyres of size 215/60 R17 C are
fitted, consult a workshop before
installing a roof rack.
Refer to "Loading information" below
for further information.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 77.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not beangled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or
Page 83 of 233

Storage81hinder the freedom of movement
of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment. In addition, the
number plate is only
distinguishable and illuminated correctly if the doors are closed.9 Warning
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 car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 205) 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
200 kg for H1 Roof height
variants and 150 kg for H2 Roof
height variants (excludes
Platform cab conversions). The
roof load is the combined weight
of the roof rack and the load.
Page 125 of 233

Climate control123Open the cover and replace the
battery (Type A: CR 2430, Type B:
2CR 11108, or equivalent), ensuring
the new battery is correctly installed
with the positive ( <) side facing the
positive terminals. Replace the cover securely.
Dispose of old batteries in
accordance with environmental
regulations.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Operation (Type A)
Heating Y
Select Y in the menu bar and press
G to confirm. The predetermined
heating duration, e.g. L 30, flashes in
the display. The factory setting is 30 minutes.
Adjust the heating duration using k
or l and confirm. The value can be
set from ten to 120 minutes. Due to
the power consumption, note the
heating duration.
To switch off, select Y in the menu bar
again and press d.
Ventilation x
Select x in the menu bar and press
G to confirm.
Adjust the ventilation duration using k or l and confirm. The value can
be set from ten to 120 minutes. Due
to the power consumption, note the
heating duration.
To switch off, select x in the menu bar
again and press d.
Programming P
Up to three preset departure times
can be programmed, either during
one day or over one week.
● Select P in the menu bar and
press G to confirm.
● Select desired preset memory number P1, P2 or P3 and
confirm.● Select F and confirm.
● Select weekday or weekday group and confirm.
● Select hour and confirm.
● Select minutes and confirm.
● Select Y or x and confirm.
● Select ECO or HIGH and confirm.
● Select duration and confirm.
● Press d to exit.
Repeat the procedure to programme
the other preset memory numbers if
required.
To activate a desired preset memory
number select P1, P2 or P3, then
select On and confirm.
When a program is activated P and
Y will be displayed together.
To deactivate a preset memory,
select P1, P2 or P3, then select Off
and confirm.
Heating stops automatically
five minutes after the programmed
departure time.