Loading Guidelines - Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive W245 Operator's Manual

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Loading guidelines

G WARNING
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, particu-
larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud-
den change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
The handling characteristics of a laden vehi-
cle are dependent on the distribution of the
load within the vehicle. Observe the following
notes when transporting a load:
never exceed the maximum permissible
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gross vehicle mass or the gross axle weight
rating for the vehicle (including occupants).
The values are specified on the vehicle
identification plate on the B-pillar of the
driver's door.
The cargo compartment is the preferred
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place to carry objects.
Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos-
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sible and as low down in the cargo com-
partment as possible.
The load must not protrude above the
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upper edge of the seat backrests.
page 24).
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Always place the load against the rear or
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front seat backrests. Make sure that the
seat backrests are securely locked into
place.
Always place the load behind unoccupied
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seats if possible.
Use the cargo tie-down rings and the parcel
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nets to transport loads and luggage.
Use cargo tie-down rings and fastening
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materials appropriate for the weight and
size of the load.
Hook in the cargo net when loading.
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The maximum load capacity of the stowage
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well under the cargo compartment floor is
55 lbs (25 kg).
Secure the load with sufficiently strong and
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wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges
for protection.
! Do not position the load on one part of the
folding cargo compartment floor only. The
maximum load capacity of the folding cargo
compartment floor is 220 lbs (100 kg). Dis-
tribute the weight evenly to avoid damaging
the cargo compartment floor. Place a solid
board under the load if necessary. Please
note that the load on the cargo compart-
ment floor will be increased when the load
is lashed down.
Stowage areas
Stowage spaces
Important safety notes
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.