Mercedes-Benz smart crossblade Operating Instructions Manual page 11

Putting on the tarpaulin
The tarpaulin serves to protect your
parked crossblade from bad weather.
However, it is not designed to act as a
permanent shelter from the rain.
Where to find the tarpaulin
- The tarpaulin is found in the luggage
compartment of your crossblade.
- It is contained in a special water-tight
bag.
- The bag is attached to the underside of
the luggage compartment cover with
push buttons.
Putting on the tarpaulin
1
Open the tailgate.
Open the velcro fastener.
Remove the tarpaulin from the bag and
unfold it.
> The back end remains attached to the
bag via the velcro fastener.
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2
Put the linkage together.
3
Pull the tarpaulin over the entire
vehicle.
> The outside mirrors must be covered
with the provided bags.
Slide the linkage through the channel of
the tarpaulin.
Insert the ends of the linkage into the
front and back ends of the bag to draw
tension.
4
Hook the tensioning straps onto the
rocker panel.
5
Pull the tensioning straps forward
together.
Close the tailgate.
> The tarpaulin is wedged into the
closed tailgate.
Danger of accident!
The pooling of substantial
quantities of water in the vehicle could
impair electronic systems and increase
the danger of an accident occurring.
Therefore, ensure that the tarpaulin is
pulled taught over the interior
compartment of the crossblade during
bad weather. Always take steps to
prevent substantial quantities of water
collecting inside the crossblade.