tow MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 2014 Owner's Guide

Useful information............................254
Loading guidelines............................254
Stowage areas..................................254
Features.............................................260
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Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
iRead the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Ypage 25).
Loading guidelines
GWARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the eventofsudden braking or
a suddenchange in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
GWARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the
trunk lid is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is
a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid
open.
The handling characteristics of a laden
vehicle are dependent on the distribution of
the load within the vehicle. For this reason,
you should observe the following notes when
transporting a load:
RNever exceed the maximum permissible
gross vehicle weight or the gross axle
weight rating of the vehicle (including
occupants). The values are specified on the
vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of
the driver's door.
RThe trunk is the preferred place to carry
objects.
RPosition heavy loads as far forwards as
possible and as low down in the trunk as
possible.
RThe load must not protrude above the
upper edge of the seat backrests.
RAlways place the load against the rear or
front seat backrests. Make sure that the
seat backrests are securely locked into
place.
RAlways place the load behind unoccupied
seats if possible.
RUse the cargo tie down rings and the parcel
nets to transport loads and luggage.
RUse cargo tie-down rings and fastening
materials appropriate for the weight and
size of the load.
RSecure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. pad sharp edges
for protection.
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Stowage space
Important safety notes
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.
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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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XTo open:pull down the top of stowage
compartmentby the edge of the handle.
iDepending on the vehicle's equipment,
there may be an open stowage space above
the stowage compartment.
Parcel nets
Parcel nets are located:
Rin the front-passenger footwell
Ron the back of the driver's and the front-
passengerseat
Ron the left and right-hand side in the trunk
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 254)
and the safety notes regarding stowage
spaces (Ypage 254).
Through-loading facility in the rear
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 254).
XTo open:fold down seat armrest.
XPull the center head restraint on the rear
bench seat into the uppermost position
(Ypage 93).
XSlide locking mechanism"in the
direction of the arrow.
XSwing flapfully to the side.
Flapis held open by a magnet.
XTo close:swing flapin the trunk back
until it engages.
XFold armrestup fully if necessary.
Rear bench seat through-loading
feature
Important safety notes
GWARNING
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.
RThe vehicle occupantwould 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.
RObjects or loads in the trunk 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
compartmentforwards, make sure that the
rear compartment armrest and the
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cupholder are folded in. They may
otherwise be damaged.
Observe the loading guidelines (Ypage 254).
Folding the rear seat backrest forwards
and back
Folding the rear seat backrest forward
The left-hand and right-hand rearseat
backrests can be folded forwards separately
to increase the trunk capacity.
XFully insert the backrest head restraints
(Ypage 94).
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
forward if necessary.
XPull left-hand or right-hand release
handleof the seat backrest forwards.
Corresponding seat backrestis
released.
XFold backrestforwards.
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
XInsertthe seat belt into seat-belt
extender.
Folding the rear seat backrest back
XMove 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.
XFold seat backrestback until it engages.
Red lock status indicatoris no longer
visible.
XAdjust the head restraints if necessary
(Ypage 94).
XMove the driver's or front-passenger seat
back if necessary.
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings
Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
RObserve the loading guidelines
(Ypage 254).
RSecure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
RDistribute the load on the cargo tie-down
rings evenly.
RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure
a load, as these are only intended as an
anti-slip protection for light loads.
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RDo not route tie-downs across sharp edges
or corners.
RPad sharp edges for protection.
Cargo tie-down rings
Stowage well under the trunk floor
Under the trunk floor you can find a bracket
for TIREFIT and the vehicle tool kit, etc.
XTo open:pull handleup.
XHookhandleinto rain trough.
To enlarge the trunk you can remove the trunk
floor.
XTo remove:lift the trunk floor almost to
rain troughand pull it out.
XTo insert:place the trunk floor at the
bottom in the center.
XHold sides of trunk floor"and press in the
direction of the arrow until it engages in
hooks!.
Roof carrier
Important safety notes
GWARNING
When you load the roof, the centerofgravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving
characteristics change. If you exceed the
maximumroof 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.
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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.
Features
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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XTo remove:carefully pull in uppersections
of cup holderon the driver's and front-
passenger sides until they release.
XLift the cup holder upwardsuntil it can
be removed.
XTo install:insert the cup holder into lateral
curved sectionsin the stowage
compartment.Insertthe cup holder so that
the wedge of the upper section of cup
holderfaces forwards.
XPress 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.
XFold down the rear seat armrest.
XTo open:press the front of cup holder
or.
Cup holderorextends automatically.
XTo close:slide cup holderorback
until it engages.
Sun visors
Overview
GWARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded
up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be
blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving.
Mirror light
Bracket
"Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket
!Vanity mirror
Mirror cover
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Vanity mirror in the sun visor
Mirror lightonly functions if the sun visor
is clipped into bracketand mirror cover
has been folded up.
Glare from the side
XFold down sunvisor.
XPull sun visorout of retainer.
XSwing sun visorto the side.
XVehicles with mirror lights:slide sun
visorhorizontally as desired.
Ashtray
Front ashtray
!The stowage space under the ashtray is
not heat resistant. Before placing lit
cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that
the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise,
the stowage space could be damaged.
Example: vehicles with a cover over the stowagecompartment
XTo open:push the lower section of
cover.
The stowage compartmentopens.
XTo remove the insert:lift insert"
upand out.
XTo re-install the insert:press insert"
into the holder until it engages.
iIf you remove the ashtray insert, you can
use the resulting compartment for
stowage.
Rear-compartment ashtray
XTo open:pull cover"out by its top edge.
XTo remove:pull insertby recessin
the direction of arrow!until it audibly
releases.
XLift insertup and out.
XTo install the insert:place insertfrom
above into the holder and press down until
it engages.
Cigarette lighter
GWARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette
lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls
Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
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