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Raising the head restraint
– Take hold of the sides of the head restraint with both hands.
– Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
Lowering the head restraint
– Press button A
⇒ Fig. 112 and lower the head restraint.
Removing the head restraint
– Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
– Press button A
⇒ Fig. 112 and pull out the head restraint.
Fitting the head restraint
– Insert the head restraint in its guides until it clicks into place.
Press button A
and lower the head restraint.
When the rear seats are not occupied the head restraints should be moved
to the lowest position so that they do not obstruct the driver's field of vi-
sion. Armrests
The armrest can be adjusted to several positions and incor-
porates a storage compartment.
Fig. 113 Armrest be-
tween the driver seat and
front passenger seat
Adjusting the armrest
– To adjust the position of the armrest, fold the armrest all the
way down.
– Then lift the armrest gradually until it engages in the desired
position.
Opening the storage compartment
– Press the release lever ⇒ Fig. 113.
Please note that the armrest can restrict the driver's movements when it is
lowered. The armrest should therefore be raised when driving in city traffic. 
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Fastening rings
There are four fastening rings in the luggage compartment,
which can be used to secure loads.
Fig. 115 Location of fas-
tening rings in luggage
compartment
– Use the fastening rings to secure the load ⇒ Fig. 115 -arrows-.
– Please refer to the safety notes ⇒ page 17. Luggage net*
The luggage net can be used to secure and retain light items
in the luggage compartment.
Fig. 116 Stretched lug-
gage net
Luggage net
– Secure the luggage net to the four fastening rings -arrows-
⇒ Fig. 116.
The luggage net can be attached to the fastening rings in the bottom of the
luggage compartment panel.
WARNING
The luggage net should only be used to hold objects weighing up to 5 kg.
Heavier objects cannot be safely secured (risk of injury).
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WARNING
The luggage compartment cover should not be used as a storage shelf.
Articles placed on this cover could cause injury to vehicle occupants in an
accident or if the brakes are applied suddenly.

Net partition*
The net partition prevents loose objects in the luggage com-
partment from being thrown forward into the passenger
compartment (e.g. under sudden braking).
Fig. 119 Retainers for
the net partition
Pulling out and securing the net partition
– Pull the net up as far as it will go.
– Engage the ends of the bar in the retainers B

⇒ 
Fig. 119. Using the net partition with the rear backrest folded down
–
Fold down the rear backrests ⇒ page 150.
– Pull the net upwards.
– Engage the ends of the bar in the retainers A
⇒ Fig. 119.
Retracting the net partition
– Unhook the bar from the retainers.
– Let the net retract slowly.
Removing and installing the net partition ⇒ page 148.
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Luggage compartment liner*
You can use the liner to protect the inside of the luggage
compartment when carrying wet or dirty items.
Fig. 122 Floor panel
raised
Fig. 123 Floor panel re-
moved for increased lug-
gage space Lifting the floor panel
–
Open the rear lid.
– Take hold of handle A
⇒ Fig. 122, lift the floor panel B and
line up the bottom corners of the floor panel with the recesses C
.
– Put the items you are transporting onto the luggage compart-
ment liner
Folding the floor panel
– Open the rear lid.
– Take hold of the handle A
⇒ Fig. 122 and fold out the floor
panel as far as the rear backrest.
Removing the floor panel
– Open the rear lid.
– Take hold of the handle A
⇒ Fig. 122 and fold out the floor
panel as far as the rear backrest.
– Pull the complete floor panel towards the rear of the vehicle so
it comes out of the retainers D
⇒ Fig. 123.
Small items can also be stored under floor panel B
⇒ Fig. 122.
The space available for carrying items in the luggage compartment liner can
be increased by folding out the floor panel or removing it completely.
CAUTION
When the luggage compartment floor panel is folded out to the upright po-
sition you should not transport items weighing more than 7.5 kg, or items
which exceed 2/3 of the height of the upright floor panel. 
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WARNING
● Make sure that the rear backrest is securely locked in position so that
the seat belt can provide proper protection on the centre rear seat.
● The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during sudden
braking.
CAUTION
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that the seat
belts for the outer rear seats are in their guides, so that they cannot be
caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest. 
Ski bag*
You can use the ski bag to transport skis or other extra-long
objects safely inside the vehicle without soiling or damag-
ing the upholstery.
Fig. 126 Detailed view of
the rear of the rear back-
rest: Ski bag cover
Fig. 127 Fastening the
ski bag in the seatbelt
buckle
Loading
– Open the rear lid.
– Press the release catch for the ski bag cover (flecha) and fold
the cover downwards ⇒ Fig. 126.
– Pull down the centre rear armrest.
– From the passenger compartment, press down the release catch
for the ski bag cover and pull out the cover.
– Pull out and unfold the ski bag.
– The long items can now be loaded through the luggage com-
partment into the ski bag ⇒ 
.
Securing
– Insert the fastening belt A
⇒ Fig. 127 of the ski bag into the
centre seat belt buckle B.
– Pull the free end of belt C
to tighten. 
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Roof load
Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. The ve-
hicle's handling is affected whenever you carry loads on the
vehicle. The authorised load on the roof of your vehicle is 75 kg. Use the weight of
the roof rack system and that of the load as a basis to calculate the roof
load.
If less resistant systems are used, the roof rack must not be loaded to the
maximum weight permitted. If less resistant systems are used, these must
only be loaded to the maximum weight permitted indicated in the assembly
instructions.
WARNING
● Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. Failure to do so
could result in an accident.
● Do not exceed the maximum roof load for the vehicle, the maximum
axle loads or the maximum gross vehicle weight. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
● When transporting heavy or bulky loads on the roof, bear in mind that
the vehicle's handling is affected by the extra weight on the roof and a
possible susceptibility to cross winds. Adjust your speed and driving
style accordingly to avoid accidents.
CAUTION
Please take extra care not to let the rear lid strike the roof load when open.
For the sake of the environment
Roof racks are often left attached for convenience, even when they are not
being used. However, the increased air resistance means that the vehicle
uses more fuel. For this reason you should always take off the roof rack
when it is not in use. 
Drink holder
Front drink holder 
Fig. 129 Detailed view of
the dash panel: Drink
holder
– To open the drink holder, press the symbol 
on the drink hold-
er lid ⇒ 
Fig. 129
– To close the drink holder, press it in until it engages. 
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Removing the ashtray
– Take hold of the sides of the ashtray B
⇒ Fig. 131 and lift it
out.
Fitting the ashtray casing
– Insert the casing and press it into its mountings.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.

Rear ashtray
Fig. 132 Rear ashtray
Opening the ashtray
– Lift the lid. Removing the ashtray
–
Take hold of the lid ⇒ Fig. 132 and lift out the ashtray.
Fitting the ashtray casing
– Open the lid on the ashtray and press the casing into the
mounting as far as it will go.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.

Cigarette lighter*
The 12 volt socket for the cigarette lighter can also be used
as a power source for other electrical appliances.
Fig. 133 Cigarette light-
er in the centre console 
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WARNING
The power points, and any accessories connected to them are also func-
tional with the ignition switched off or the key removed. To avoid the risk
of injury, never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
CAUTION
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid damaging the sockets.
Note
The use of electrical appliances with the engine switched off will cause a
battery discharge. 
230 volt socket for Europlug*
Electrical equipment can also be connected to the 230 volt
socket in the centre console.
Fig. 135 Centre console:
230 volt socket The 230 Volt socket can only be used when the engine is running
⇒ 
.
In vehicles with folding cover:
– Hold the cover of the socket at the lower recess.
– Lift the cover to open ⇒ Fig. 135.
Inserting the Europlug
– Insert the Europlug in the socket. The childproof safety device
on the socket is deactivated.
– If necessary, press the Europlug as far as possible into the sock-
et to ensure it is correctly inserted and will not jump out of
place while driving over a bump or similar.
LED warning lamp above socket
Steady green
light:The childproof safety device is disconnected. The socket
is ready for use
Flashing red
light:There is a fault, for example, disconnection due to ex-
cess current or temperature
Equipment which may be connected
The 230 volt socket can be used to connect electrical equipment with a Eu-
roplug. Please note that the power consumption in this socket must not ex-
ceed 150 watts (peaks of 300 watts).
Even when more than one appliance is connected, the total consumption of
all the appliances must not exceed 150 watts. If necessary, please refer to
the manufacturer's label to confirm the power consumption of the connec-
ted equipment.
Connected equipment must be in perfect condition and show no signs of
faults. 
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● In some countries this socket is 115 volts. Therefore the socket should
have a different inverter installed at the factory. You can obtain retrofit kits
from your Technical Service. Do not connect 115 Volt appliances to the
230 Volt socket.
● The use of electrical equipment in the vicinity of the aerial in the rear
window may cause interference to the reception of stations broadcasting in
AM. 
Compartments Overview
There are several storage compartments at various points in
the vehicle.
Your vehicle has the following storage compartments:
First-aid kit* Emergency triangle* Glove compartment⇒ page 159Storage compartment in the centre console On-board documentation compartment* Compartments in the door trims⇒ page 160Coat hooks⇒ page 160Side storage compartment in luggage com-
partment
Some of the compartments listed are only provided in certain models or are
optional extras. Glove compartment
The lockable glove compartment is equipped with a light.
Fig. 136 Glove compart-
ment
Opening the glove compartment
– Pull the handle on the lid in the direction indicated (arrow)
⇒ Fig. 136 and open the lid.
Closing the glove compartment
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.
If the side lights or headlights are switched on, the light in the glove com-
partment comes on when it is opened.
The lid has separate holders for a pen and a note pad.
WARNING
For safety reasons, the glove compartment must always be closed when
the vehicle is moving. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
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Compartments in the front seats
There is a storage compartment with a lid at the front of
each front seat. Opening
– Pull the handle to open the compartment.
Closing
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.
Note
The compartments will hold a maximum weight of 1 kg. 
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