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42Seats, restraintsFlexConsole armrest
The armrest can be moved in a centre
console. Pull the handle to slide the
armrest.
There are two storages, a storage
drawer and a movable cupholder in
the armrest console.
Armrest storage 3 68.
Removing the armrest
Flex console armrest can be
removed.
Press fastenings inward and fold down locking mechanism at the rear
end of the armrest.
Pull the handle in front of the armrest
and slide armrest rearwards out of the
console.
Installation in reverse order.
Heating
Adjust heating to the desired setting
by pressing ß for the respective seat
one or more times. The control
indicator in the button indicates the
setting.
Prolonged use of the highest setting
for people with sensitive skin is not
recommended.
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Seats, restraints53Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.9 Warning
The airbag system deploys in an
explosive manner, repairs must be performed by skilled personnel
only.
9 Warning
Adding accessories that change
the vehicle's frame, bumper
system, height, front end or side
sheet metal, may keep the airbag
system from working properly. The operation of the airbag system can
also be affected by changing any
parts of the front seats, seat belts,
airbag sensing and diagnostic
module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, inner door seals including the speakers, any of the
airbag modules, ceiling or pillar
trim, front sensors, side impact
sensors or airbag wiring.
Notice
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them with other materials. Have damagedcovers replaced by a workshop.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be
necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle operating
permit.
Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 110.
Child restraint systems on front passenger seat with airbag
systems
Warning according to ECE R94.02:
EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing
child restraint on a seat protected by
an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it;
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur.
DE: Nach hinten gerichtete
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz
verwenden, der durch einen davor
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG
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58Seats, restraints9Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system has to be deactivated if a child
restraint system is to be fitted on this
seat. The side airbag and curtain
airbag systems, the belt
pretensioners and all driver airbag
systems will remain active.The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a key-
operated switch on the passenger
side of the instrument panel.
Use the ignition key to choose the
position:OFF *:front passenger airbag is
deactivated and will not
inflate in the event of a
collision. Control indicator
OFF * illuminates
continuously in the centre console. A child restraint
system can be installed in
accordance with the chart
Child restraint installation
locations 3 62. No adult
person is allowed to occupy
the front passenger seatON V:front passenger airbag is
active. A child restraint
system must not be
installed9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.
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Storage65StorageStorage compartments................65
Glovebox ................................... 65
Cupholders ................................ 65
Front storage ............................. 67
Door panel storage ....................67
Overhead console .....................67
Underseat storage .....................67
Armrest storage .........................68
Centre console storage .............68
Rear carrier system ...................69
Load compartment .......................78
Rear storage .............................. 80
Load compartment cover ...........80
Rear floor storage cover ............82
Load rails and hooks .................87
Lashing eyes ............................. 87
Cargo management system ......87
Safety net .................................. 89
Folding tray ................................ 91
Warning triangle ........................91
First aid kit ................................. 91
Roof rack system .........................92
Roof rack ................................... 92
Loading information .....................93Storage 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
To open the glovebox pull the handle.
The glovebox features an adapter for the locking wheel nuts.
The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.
Cupholders
Front cupholder
Cupholders are located in the centre
console between the front seats.
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66StorageSlidable cupholder in
FlexConsole armrest
The cupholder can be moved in guide
rails in the FlexConsole armrest or
completely removed.
Push the handle in front of cupholder
to slide.
Armrest 3 41.
Remove cupholder
Pull the handle in front of cupholder
and remove it vertically out of the
console.
Installation in reverse order.
Notice
Install the cupholder in the direction as shown in the illustration.
Otherwise the cupholder may not engage properly.
Rear cupholder
Additional cupholder are located
between the seats in the third row.
Bottleholder
The door pockets of front and rear
doors are designed to carry bottles.
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Storage67Front storage
A storage compartment is located
next to the steering wheel.
Door panel storage On front door trim there are small
pockets for e. g. mobile phones.
Overhead console
Press button to open storage box.
The box may be loaded with max.
0.2 kg.
Underseat storage
Storage box
There is a storage box under the
passenger's seat. Slide the rollo to
open or close the box. Maximum load: 1.5 kg.
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68StorageUnderseat drawer
Press button in the recess and pull out
drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To
close, push in and engage.
Armrest storage
Storage in FlexConsole armrest
Press button to open storage
compartment in the armrest.
Behind the armrest there is another
storage compartment. Slide the lid to
open.
Centre console storage
Centre console
The storage container can be used to
store small items.
Slide cover backwards to open.
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Storage69Rear console
At the rear side of the FlexConsole
there is a storage drawer. Pull out to
open.
Caution
Do not use for ashes or for other
glowing items.
Rear carrier system
Rear carrier system for four
bicycles
The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix
system) allows two bicycles to be
attached to an extendable carrier
integrated into the vehicle floor. It is
possible to attach two further bicycles
on an adapter. The transportation of
other objects is not permitted.
The maximum load of the rear carrier
system is 80 kg with attached adapter and 60 kg without attached adapter.The maximum load per bicycle on the
rear carrier system is 30 kg. This
allows the attachment of electrically-
powered bicycles to the rear carrier system. The maximum load per
bicycle on the adapter is 20 kg.
The wheelbase of a bicycle must not
exceed 1.15 metres. Otherwise the
secure fastening of a bicycle is not
possible.
If not in use, the rear carrier system must be slid back into the vehiclefloor.
There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose
during transportation.Caution
If the rear carrier system is
extended and the vehicle is fully loaded, the chassis clearance will
be reduced.
Drive carefully whenever the road has a steep inclination or when
driving over a ramp, bump, etc.