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50Seats, restraintsFolding bench seat front
passenger side
Fold down the centre backrest by
pulling the loop.
Fold down the outer backrest by
pulling the loop. Swing the backrest forwards until the seat is lowered onthe vehicle floor.
When retracted, the maximum weight
on the backrest is 50 kg.
To lift the seat cushion pull the lever
and raise the seat cushion against the backrest until it locks.
Unfolding bench seat front
passenger side
To restore the backrest to the upright
position, pull up the seat till it is
engaged.
To restore the seat cushion to the
original position, push the lever and
lower the seat cushion till it is
engaged.9 Warning
When the front passenger seat is
in the folded position, the front
passenger airbag system must be deactivated.
Airbag deactivation 3 64.
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 vehicle.
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Seats, restraints67child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.
Suitable are child restraint systems
that comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
The following child restraints are
recommended for the following
weight classes:
● Group 0+ :
Römer Baby-Safe Plus with
ISOFIX base for children up to
13 kg
● Group I :
Römer Duo Plus ISOFIX with
ISOFIX and Top-tether for
children from 9 kg to 18 kg
● Group II, Group III :
Römer Kidfix XP with or without
ISOFIX for children from 15 kg to
36 kg
● Group III : Graco Booster for
children from 22 kg to 36 kg
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.
Note
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.
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68Seats, restraintsChild restraint installation locations
Permissible options for fastening a child restraint system with a three-point seat belt
Weight class
On front passenger seatOn outboard
seats in the
second rowOn centre seat
in the second
rowOn seats in
the third rowactivated airbagdeactivated airbagGroup 0, Group 0+: up to 13 kgXU 1,2U 3UU3Group I: 9 to 18 kgUFU1,2U3,4UU 3,4Group II: 15 to 25 kgUFU1,2U 3,4UU3,4Group III: 22 to 36 kgUFU1,2U3,4UU3,4U:universal suitability for forward-facing or rearward-facing child restraint systems in conjunction with three-point seat
beltUF:universal suitability for forward-facing child restraint systems in conjunction with three-point seat beltX:no child restraint system permitted in this weight class1:move seat forwards as far as necessary and adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position
to ensure that the belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point2:adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle
side3:move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards as far as necessary4:adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove if required
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Seats, restraints69Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system with ISOFIX bracketsWeight classSize classFixtureOn front passenger seatOn the seats in the second
rowOn the seats in the
third rowGroup 0: up to 10 kgG
FISO/L2
ISO/L1
ISO/R1X
X
XX
X
IL 3X
X
XGroup 0+: up to 13 kgEISO/R1XIL 3XDISO/R2XIL3XCISO/R3XIL3XGroup I: 9 to 18 kgDISO/R2XIL3,4XCISO/R3XIL3,4XBISO/F2XIL, IUF 3,4XB1ISO/F2XXIL, IUF3,4XAISO/F3XIL, IUF 3,4XIL:suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories.
The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type (refer to the vehicle type list of the child restraint system)IUF:suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight classX:no ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class3:move the respective front seat ahead of the child restraint system forwards as far as necessary4:adjust the respective headrest as necessary or remove if required
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70Seats, restraintsISOFIX size class and seat deviceA – ISO/F3:forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kgB – ISO/F2:forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgB1 – ISO/F2X:forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kgC – ISO/R3:rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kgD – ISO/R2:rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kgE – ISO/R1:rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kgF– ISO/L1:left lateral facing position child restraint system (carry-cot)G – ISO/L2:right lateral facing position child restraint system (carry-cot)
Permissible options for fitting an i-Size child restraint system with ISOFIX brackets
On front passenger seatOn the seats in the second rowOn the seats in the third rowi-Size child restraint systemsXi - UXi - U:suitable for i-Size 'universal' forward and rearward facing child restraint systemsX:seating position not suitable for i-Size 'universal' child restraint systems
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Storage73
A storage compartment is located
above the Instrument cluster.
A coin holder is located on the
instrument panel.
Folding the centre seatback
The front centre passenger seat
backrest has a document tray.
Seat folding 3 49.
9 Warning
When the front centre passenger
seat is in the folded position, the front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated.
Airbag deactivation 3 64.
Overhead console
Store only lightweight items such as
paperwork or maps.
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Storage87Mounting points are located at the
bottom of the roof railing.
Fasten the roof rack according to the
installation instructions delivered with
the roof rack.
Vehicles without roof railing
To fasten a roof rack, unscrew the
caps in the roof strips. Insert the
mounting provisions, as instructed, in the retainer.
Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests. Make
sure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Prevent sliding of loose objects by securing them with straps
attached to the lashing eyes
3 80.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the rear luggage cover or the
instrument panel, and do not cover the sensor on top of theinstrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation 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 car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 257) and the EC kerb
weight.
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88StorageTo 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 120 km/h.
The permissible roof load is:● 80 kg for vehicles with roof railing
● 100 kg for vehicles without roof railing and with two roofracks
● 150 kg for vehicles without roof railing and with three
roof racks, except vehicles
with seven seats
● 100 kg for vehicles without roof railing and with three
roof racks and seven seats
The roof load is the combined weight
of the roof rack and the load.