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Seats, restraints47pretensioner components as this will
invalidate the vehicle operating
permit.
Three-point seat belt
Fasten
Withdraw the seat belt from the
retractor, guide it untwisted across
the body and insert the latch plate into
the buckle. Tighten the lap seat belt
regularly whilst driving by pulling the
shoulder seat belt.
Loose or bulky clothing prevents the seat belt from fitting snugly. Do not
place objects such as handbags or
mobile phones between the seat belt
and your body.
9 Warning
The seat belt must not rest against
hard or fragile objects in the
pockets of your clothing.
Seat belt reminder X 3 82.
Unfasten
To release seat belt, press red button
on seat belt buckle.
Centre seat belt of the second
seat row
The centre seat is equipped with a particular three-point seat belt.
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48Seats, restraints
Pull latch plates with the seat belt out
of seat belt holder in the roof.
Insert lower latch plate into left-hand
buckle ( 1) at the centre seat. Guide
the upper latch plate with the seat belt
over the lap area and the shoulder (do
not twist) and insert it into right-hand
buckle ( 2) at centre seat.
To unfasten the seat belt, first press
the button on the right-hand buckle
( 2 ) and remove upper latch plate.
Then press the button on the left-
hand buckle ( 1) and remove lower
latch plate. The seat belt retracts
automatically.
Using the seat belt while pregnant9 Warning
The lap seat belt must be
positioned as low as possible
across the pelvis to prevent
pressure on the abdomen.
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Seats, restraints49Airbag 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. 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 damaged
covers 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 83.
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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52Seats, restraintsET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole
suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille
ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA
kaitstud iste, sest see võib
põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või
TÕSISE VIGASTUSE.
MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li
jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit
protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu;
dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew
ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL.
GA: Ná húsáid srian sábháilteachta
linbh cúil RIAMH ar shuíochán a
bhfuil mála aeir ag feidhmiú os a
chomhair. Tá baol BÁIS nó GORTÚ
DONA don PHÁISTE ag baint leis.
Beyond the warning required by
ECE R94.02, for safety reasons a
forward-facing child restraint system
must only be used subject to the
instructions and restrictions in the
table 3 58.
The airbag label is located on both
sides of the front passenger sun visor.
Airbag deactivation 3 54.Front airbag system
The front airbag system consists of
one airbag in the steering wheel and
one in the instrument panel on the
front passenger side. These can be
identified by the word AIRBAG.
The front airbag system is triggered in
the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and head of
the front seat occupants
considerably.
9 Warning
Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position.
Seat position 3 41.
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Fit the seat belt correctly and
engage securely. Only then is the
airbag able to protect.
Side airbag system
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Seats, restraints53The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest.
This can be identified by the word
AIRBAG .
The side airbag system is triggered in
the event of a side impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Notice
Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.
9 Warning
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.
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Storage61StorageStorage compartments................61
Glovebox ................................... 61
Cupholders ................................ 61
Centre console storage .............62
Load compartment .......................62
Load compartment cover ...........64
Rear floor storage cover ............64
Lashing eyes ............................. 65
Warning triangle ........................66
First aid kit ................................. 66
Roof rack system .........................67
Roof rack ................................... 67
Loading information .....................67Storage 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 should be closed whilst driving.
Cooled glovebox
Air ventilation and temperature
depend on the settings of the climate
control system. The air vent in the
glovebox can be closed 3 119.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.
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62StorageCentre console storage
The storage container can be used to
store small items.
Depending on the version, the
storage compartment is located
under a cover.
Load compartment
The rear seat backrest is divided in
two parts. Both parts can be folded
down.9 Warning
When folding up, ensure that
backrests are securely locked 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.
Before folding rear seat backrests,
execute the following if necessary:
● Remove the load compartment cover 3 64.
● Press and hold the catch to push
the head restraints down 3 40.
● Insert the seat belts in the guiding
latches.
Load compartment extension
(version with lever)
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66StorageWarning triangle
Stow the warning triangle in the space
at the rear of the load compartment
and secure it with the Velcro ®
fastener.
First aid kit
Fold down the cover on the left side
of the load compartment.
Stow the first aid kit in the storage
compartment.