MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS 2012 Owners Manual

X
To open: pull down the top of stowage
compartment : by the
edge of the handle.
i Depending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be

an open stowage space above
the stowage compartment.
Folding table G
WARNING
If the folding table is folded out while the
vehicle is in motion, passengers can be
thrown against it, particularly in the event of
an accident, heavy braking or a sudden
change of direction. There is a risk of injury.
Fold the folding table away before each
journey.
! Do not load the folding table with more
than the maximum permissible load of
4.4 lbs (2 kg). X
To fold out: pull folding table : up in the
direction of the arrow to the desired
position.
X To fold away: push folding table : down
onto the backrest. Parcel nets
Parcel nets are

located in the front-passenger
footwell and on the back of the driver's and
the front-passenger seat.
Observe the loading guidelines ( Y page 236)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces ( Y page 237). Folding backrest on the front-
passenger seat
G
WARNING
If the backrest of the front-passenger seat is
folded forward, rear seat passengers can
come in contact with parts of the seat
mechanism. particularly in the event of an
accident, heavy braking or a sudden change
of direction. There is a risk of injury.
If a passenger

travels in the vehicle while the
front-passenger seat is folded forward, they
must sit in the rear seat behind the driver.
The backrest of the front-passenger seat can
be folded forwards to increase the cargo
compartment capacity. X
To fold forward: gently push
the backrest
back.
X Pull release handle : and fold the
backrest fully onto

the seat cushion until it
engages.
X To fold back: gently push the backrest
down and pull release handle :.
X Fold the seat backrest back until it
engages. Through-loading facility in the rear
Observe the loading

guidelines (Y page 236). Stowage areas
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X
To open: fold down seat armrest :.
X Pull the cover, which can now be seen,
forwards by the grip until it lies on
armrest :.
X Pull the center head restraint on the rear
bench seat into the uppermost position
(Y page 89). X
Slide locking mechanism = in the
direction of the arrow.
X Swing flap ; fully to the side.
Flap ; is held open by a magnet.
X To close: swing flap ; in the cargo
compartment back until it engages.
X Fold the cover forwards until it engages into
armrest :.
X Fold armrest : up fully if necessary. Cargo compartment enlargement
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat
backrest are not engaged they could fold
forwards, e.g. when
braking suddenly or in the
event of an accident.
R The vehicle occupant would thereby be
pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench
seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The
seat belt can no longer offer the intended
level of protection and could even cause
injuries.
R Objects or loads in the trunk/cargo
compartment cannot be restrained by the
seat backrest.
There is an increased risk of injury.
Before every trip, make sure that the seat
backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat
are engaged.
! Before folding the backrest in the rear
compartment forwards, make sure that the
rear compartment armrest and the
cupholder are folded in. They may
otherwise be damaged.
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 236).
Vehicles without the EASY-VARIO-PLUS
system Folding the rear seat backrest forward
The left-hand and right-hand rear seat
backrests can be folded forwards separately
to increase
the

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X
Fully insert the backrest head restraints
(Y page 90).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
X Pull left-hand or right-hand release
handle ; of the seat backrest forwards.
Corresponding seat backrest : is
released.
X Fold backrest : forwards.
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Folding the rear seat backrest back X
Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
! Make sure that the seat belt does not
become trapped when
folding the rear seat
backrest back. Otherwise, it could be
damaged.
X Fold seat backrest : back until
it engages.
Red lock status indicator ; is no longer
visible. X
Adjust the head restraints if necessary
(Y page 90).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Vehicles with the EASY-VARIO-PLUS
system Folding the rear seat backrest forward
The left-hand and right-hand rear seat
backrests can be folded forwards separately
to increase
the

cargo compartment capacity. X
Fully insert the backrest head restraints
(Y page 90).
X Move the rear seat as far back as possible
(Y page 243).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
X Pull right or left loop ; on the backrest in
the direction of the arrow.
Corresponding seat backrest : is
released.
X Fold down backrest : fully.
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary. Stowage areas
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Folding the rear seat backrest back
X
Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
! Make sure that the seat belt does not
become trapped when
folding the rear seat
backrest back. Otherwise, it could be
damaged.
X Swing backrest : back.
X Adjust the backrest to the desired angle by
pulling the loop ( Y page 242).
X Adjust the head restraints if necessary
(

Y page 90).
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Notes on using the cargo compartment Load position Making the best use of your cargo
compartment:
R
Load capacity is increased when
backrest : is set

to the load position (90°)
(Y page 242).
R Vehicles with a height-adjustable trunk
floor: a level load surface can be obtained
by moving the trunk floor to the upper
position (Y page 246).
R A larger load area can be obtained by
moving the rear bench seat as far forward
as possible ( Y page 243).
R The load area can be lengthened by folding
forward the folding backrest of the front-
passenger seat ( Y page 239) and the
corresponding backrest in the rear.
Adjusting the angle of the rear seat
backrests
You can set the angle of the seat backrests
to one of 13 detent positions. X
Pull right or left release loop ; forwards in
the direction of the arrow.
Corresponding seat backrest

: is
released.
X Pull backrest : forward
in
the direction of
the arrow, or push it back and let it engage.
X To ensure that the backrest has engaged,
lean firmly against backrest :.
i The angle and

fore/aft position of the left
and right rear seats can be separately
adjusted for each seat in order to make
better use of the cargo compartment. 242
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Depending on the angle of the backrest,
therefore, the right and left rear seats can
be pushed
back
varying distances until the
backrest is resting against the cargo
compartment cover.
If the backrest comes into contact with
surrounding parts of the cargo
compartment paneling, reduce the angle of
the backrest.
Adjusting the seat fore-and-aft position
! When moving the rear seats back, make
sure there are no objects in the footwell or
behind the seats. The rear seats and/or the
objects could otherwise be damaged. X
Lift the left or right release handle and slide
the corresponding seat forwards or
backwards.
X Let go of the release handle again.
Make sure that

you hear the seat engage in
position. Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
R
Observe the loading guidelines
(Y page 236).
R Secure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
R Distribute the load on the cargo tie-down
rings evenly. R
Do not use
elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
R Do not route tie-downs across sharp edges
or corners.
R Pad sharp edges for protection.
There are four cargo tie-down rings in the
cargo compartment. :
Cargo tie-down rings
Bag hook G
WARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects
or items of luggage. Objects or items of
luggage could be

flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
! The bag hook can bear a maximum load
of 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to
secure a load.
There is one bag hook on either side of the
cargo compartment. Stowage areas
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Bag hook Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes G
WARNING
On its own, the cargo compartment cover
cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,
items of luggage and heavy loads. You could
be hit by an unsecured load during sudden
changes in direction, braking or in the event
of an accident. There is an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using tie downs, even if you are using the
cargo compartment cover.
! When loading the
vehicle, make sure that
you do not stack the load in the cargo
compartment higher than the lower edge of
the side windows. Do not place heavy
objects on top of the cargo compartment
cover.
! When removing and installing the cargo
compartment cover, ensure that its end
caps do not scrape the light-colored parts
of the vehicle.
The cargo compartment cover is located
behind the rear bench seat backrest. Extending/retracting the cargo
compartment cover
X
To extend: pull the cargo compartment
cover back by grab handle : and clip it
into retainers ; on the left and right.
X To retract: unhook the cargo compartment
cover from

retainers ; on the left and right
and guide it forwards by grab handle :
until it is fully retracted.
Installing/removing the cargo
compartment cover X
To remove: make sure that the cargo
compartment cover is rolled up.
X Push in the end cap of cargo compartment
cover : in the direction of the arrow on
the right or left side using grip =.
X Push cargo compartment cover : into
opposite anchorage ;.
X Remove cargo compartment cover :
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X
To install: set cargo compartment
cover : on the right or left-hand side in
anchorage ;.
X Push in the opposite end cap of cargo
compartment cover : in the direction of
the arrow and insert cargo compartment
cover : into opposite anchorage ;. Cargo net
Important safety notes G
WARNING
On its own, the cargo net cannot secure or
restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and
heavy loads. You
could be hit by an unsecured
load during sudden changes in direction,
braking or in the event of an accident. There
is an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by
using tie downs, even if you are using the
cargo net.
It is important to use a cargo net if you load
the vehicle with small objects above the seat
backrests. For safety reasons, always use a
cargo net when transporting loads.
The cargo net is located in the stowage space
under the cargo compartment floor
(Y page 245).
X Open both Velcro fasteners and remove the
cargo net.
X Unroll and unfold the cargo net.
The joints on

the upper and lower guide rod
should engage audibly.
The corresponding cargo tie down rings for
tightening the cargo net are in the cargo
compartment (Y

page 243). Attaching and tightening the cargo net
X
To attach and tighten: insert guide
rod : into bracket ;.
X Attach belt hook ? to the cargo tie-down
ring and pull down on the loose end of the
lashing strap until the cargo net is taut.
X After driving a short distance, check the
tension of the cargo net and retighten it if
necessary.
X To loosen and detach: pull belt clamp
= up to reduce the tension in the lashing
strap.
X Unhook belt hook ? from the cargo tie-
down ring.
X Detach guide rod : from bracket ;.
X To stow: press the red
button on the upper
and lower guide rod.
X Fold the cargo net and roll it up.
X Close the two Velcro fasteners on the cargo
net holder. Stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor
Important safety notes G
WARNING
If you drive when the cargo compartment floor
is open, objects could be flung around, thus
striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of
injury, particularly in the event of sudden
braking or a sudden change in direction. Stowage areas
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Always close the cargo compartment floor
before a journey.
! The maximum load capacity of the
stowage well under
the cargo compartment
floor is 55 lbs (25 kg).
Opening/closing the cargo
compartment floor A bracket for TIREFIT, the vehicle tool kit, etc.
is located underneath the cargo
compartment floor.
X
To open: open the tailgate.
X Press down handle : on ribbing ;.
Handle : folds up.
X Swing the cargo compartment floor
upwards using handle : until it rests
against the cargo compartment cover. X
Fold out hook = on the underside of the
cargo compartment floor. X
Attach hook = to the cargo
compartment's upper seal ?.
X To close: detach hook = from seal ?.
X Fasten hook = to the bracket on the
underside of the

cargo compartment floor.
X Fold the trunk floor down.
X Press the trunk floor down until it engages.
Setting the height of the trunk floor The stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor can be increased or
decreased in size as necessary. To do this,
you can
lock

the floor at two different heights.
The upper catch gives a flat load surface when
the rear bench seat is folded forward. 246
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X
To raise: using handle :, lift up cargo
compartment floor ; in the direction of
arrow = and pull it upwards.
X Lower cargo compartment floor ; again.
To do
this,
push the trunk floor away so that
it engages in the guide on the upper level.
Cargo compartment floor ; engages in
the upper position.
i Carry out this step using both hands.
X To lower: raise cargo compartment
floor ; slightly
using

handle : and pull it
towards you.
X Lower cargo compartment floor ; again
slowly. Whilst doing so, press the trunk
floor into the lower level.
Cargo compartment floor ; engages in
the lower position. Roof carrier
Important safety notes G
WARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving
characteristics change. If you exceed the
maximum roof load, the driving
characteristics, as well as steering and
braking, will be greatly impaired. There is a
risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof

carriers that have been tested
and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
This helps to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
Position the load on the roof rack in such a
way that the vehicle will not sustain
damage even when it is in motion.
Ensure that, depending on the vehicle's
equipment, you can raise the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel fully and open the tailgate fully when the roof carrier
is installed.
The maximum roof load is 165 lbs((75 kg).
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof
load may

become detached from the vehicle.
You must therefore ensure that you observe
the roof carrier manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Attaching the roof carrier X
Open covers : carefully in
the direction of
the arrow.
X Fold covers : upwards.
X Only secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers :.
X Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes G
WARNING
The cup holder cannot hold a container secure
whilst traveling. If

you use a cup holder whilst
traveling, the container may be flung around
and liquid may be spilled. The vehicle
occupants may come into contact with the
liquid and if it is hot, they may be scalded. You
may be distracted from the traffic conditions
and you could lose control of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident and injury. Features
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Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is
stationary. Only use the cup holder for
containers of the right size. Always close the
container, particularly if the liquid is hot.
G
WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
R Always stow objects
so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
R Always make sure that objects do not
protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets
or stowage nets.
R Close the lockable stowage spaces while
driving.
R Stow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the cargo compartment.
! Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The
drinks could otherwise spill.
The stowage compartments in the doors
provide space for bottles:
R front: capacity up to 51 fl. oz. (1.5 l)
R rear: capacity up to 17 fl. oz. (0.5 l)
Cup holder in the front-compartment
center console The cup holder and the rubber mat
underneath can be removed for cleaning.
Clean them
with

clean, lukewarm water only. X
To remove: carefully pull in upper sections
of cup holder : on the driver's and front-
passenger sides until they release.
X Lift the cup holder upwards ;

until it can
be removed. X
To install: insert the cup holder into lateral
curved sections ;

in the stowage
compartment. Insert the cup holder so that
the wedge of the upper section of cup
holder : faces forwards.
X Press the cup holder downwards until it
engages on the right and left-hand sides.
Cup holder in the rear seat armrest !
Do not sit

on or support your body weight
on the rear seat armrest when it is folded
down, as you could otherwise damage it.
! Close the cup holder before folding the
rear seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup
holder could be damaged. 248
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