center console MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 2014 User Guide

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and
Solutions
Forfurther information about the OccupantClassification System,
see (Ypage 45).
Front Passenger
AirbagEnabledSee
Operator's Manual
The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even
though:
Ra child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the
system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger
seat
or
Rthe front-passenger seat is unoccupied
The system may detect objects or forces applying additional
weight on the seat.
GWARNING
The air bag may deploy unintentionally.
There is an increased risk of injury.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 153).
XSwitch the ignition off.
XOpen the front-passenger door.
XRemove the child and the child restraint system fromthe front-
passenger seat.
XMake sure that there are no objects on the seat adding to the
weight.
The system may otherwise detect the additional weight and
interpret the seat occupant's weight as greater than it actually
is.
XKeep the seat unoccupied, close the front-passenger door and
switch on the ignition.
XObserve the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp in the
center console and the multifunction display and check the
following:
Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on:
Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must light up and
remain lit. If the indicator lamp is on, OCS (Occupant
Classification System) has disabled the front-passenger air bag
(Ypage 45).
RtheFront Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's
ManualorFront Passenger Airbag Disabled See
Operator's Manualdisplay messages must not be shown in
the multifunction display.
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RAlways store objects so thatthey cannot be
flung around in these or in similar
situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not
protrude from stowage compartments,
parcel nets or stowage nets.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the trunk.
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 254).
Stowage compartments in the front
Glove box
XTo open:pull handleand open glove box
flap.
XTo close:fold glove box flapupwards
until it engages.
iThere is a pen holder at the top of the
glove box flap.
Eyeglasses compartment
XTo open:press marking.
Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment
is always closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Stowage compartment in the center
console
XTo open:press the marking on cover.
iDepending on the vehicle equipment,
there may be an ashtray in the center
console instead of a storage compartment.
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Stowage compartment in front of the
armrest (vehicles with automatic
transmission)
XTo open:press the marking on cover.
iYou can remove the non-slip mat and the
insert for cleaning. When removing the
insert you will have to overcome some
slight resistance.
Stowage compartment under the armrest
XTo open:on vehicles with moveable
armrests, make sure that the armrest is in
the rearmost position.
XPress buttonand fold the armrest up.
iDepending on the vehicle's equipment, a
USB connection and an AUX IN connection
or a Media Interface are installed in the
stowage compartment. A Media Interface
is a universal interface for portable audio
equipment, e.g. for an iPod®or MP3 player
(see the separate Audio or COMAND
Operating Instructions).
Stowage compartment under the driver's
seat and front-passenger seat
GWARNING
If you exceed the maximum load for the
stowage compartment, the cover may not be
able to restrain the items. Items may be
thrown out of the stowage compartment and
hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the event of sudden braking or
a sudden change in direction.
Never exceed the maximum permissible load
for the stowage compartment. Stow and
secure heavy objects in the trunk.
The maximum permissible load of the
stowage compartment is 2.6 lbs (1.5 kg).
XTo open:pull handleup and fold
coverforwards.
Stowage space in the rear
Stowage compartment in the rear center
console
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Depending on the vehicle equipment,
ensure that when the roof carrier is
installed you can:
Ropen the panorama roofwith power tilt/
sliding panel fully
Ropen the trunk lid fully
The maximum roof load is 165 lbs((75 kg).
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof
load may become detached fromthe vehicle.
You must therefore ensure that you observe
the roof carrier manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Attaching the roof carrier
XOpen coverscarefully in the direction of
the arrow.
XFold coversupwards.
XOnly secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers.
XObserve the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
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Cup holder
Important safety notes
GWARNING
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.
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.
GWARNING
If you do not correctly store objects in the
vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung
around, thus striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, especially when
braking or abruptly changing directions.
RAlways store objects so that they cannot be
flung around in these or in similar
situations.
RAlways make sure that objects do not
protrude from stowage compartments,
parcel nets or stowage nets.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
while driving.
RStow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the trunk.
!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:
Rfront: capacity up to 34 fl. oz. (1.0 l)
Rrear: 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.
Cleanthem with clean, lukewarm water only.
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There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the
traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette
lighter when road and traffic conditions
permit.
Example: vehicles with a cover over the stowagecompartment
XTurn the SmartKey to position2in the
ignition lock (Ypage 137).
XTo open:push the lower section of
cover.
The stowage compartment opens.
XPress in cigarette lighter.
Cigarette lighterwill pop out
automatically when the heating element is
red-hot.
12Vsockets
Points to observe before use
XTurn the SmartKey to position1in the
ignitionlock (Ypage 137).
The sockets can be used for accessories with
a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A).
Accessories include such items as lamps or
chargers for mobile phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
iAn emergency cut-out ensures that the
on-board voltage does not drop too low. If
the on-board voltage is too low, the power
to the sockets is automatically cut. This
ensures that there is sufficient power to
start the engine.
Socket in the front-compartment center
console
Vehicles with a cover over the stowagecompartment
XTo open:push the lower section of
cover.
The stowage compartment opens.
XLift up the cover of socket.
Vehicles without a cover over the stowagecompartment
XLift up the cover of socket.
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Socket in the rear-compartment center
console
XPull coverout by its top edge.
XLift up the cover of socket.
Socket in the trunk
XLift up the cover of socket.
mbrace
General notes
You must have a license agreement to
activate the mbrace service. Make sure that
your system is activated and operational. To
log in, press the\nMB Info call button. If
any of the steps mentioned are not carried
out, the system may not be activated.
If you have questions about the activation,
contact one of the following telephone
hotlines:
RUSA:Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
or 1-866-990-9007
RCanada:Customer Service at
1-888-923-8367
Shortly after successfully registering with the
service, a user ID and password will be sent
to you by post.
USA only: you can use this password to log
onto the mbrace area under "Owners Online"
athttp://www.mbusa.com.
The system is available if:
Rit has been activated and is operational
Rthe corresponding mobile phone network
is available for transmitting data to the
Customer Center
Ra service subscription is available
Rthe starter battery is sufficiently charged
iDetermining the location of the vehicle on
a map is only possible if:
RGPS reception is available.
Rthe vehicle position can be forwarded to
the Customer Assistance Center.
The mbrace system
To adjust the volume during a call, proceed
as follows:
XPress the or\nbutton on the
multifunction steering wheel.
or
XUse the volume controller of the audio
system/COMAND.
The system offers various services, e.g:
RAutomatic and manual emergency call
RRoadside Assistance call
RMB Info call
USA only: you can find information and a
description of all available features under
"Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
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