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Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and special equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment and functions which are not installed in
your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐
tional equipment selected or the country variant.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions and
systems. Please comply with the relevant laws
and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
Loads
Safety notes
WARNING
A high gross vehicle weight can make the tyres
overheat, causing internal damage and a sud‐
den loss of tyre inflation pressure. Handling
characteristics may be adversely affected, for
example reduced directional stability, longer
braking distance and modified steering charac‐
teristics. There is a risk of accident. Please
comply with the permitted load index of the
tyre, and do not exceed the permitted gross ve‐
hicle weight.
WARNING
If the permitted total weight and the permitted
axle loads are exceeded, the operational safety
of the vehicle is no longer guaranteed. There is
a risk of accident. Do not exceed the permitted
total weight and permitted axle loads.
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WARNING
Loose objects or devices connected by a cable
to the vehicle, for example mobile telephones,
may be thrown around the interior during the
journey, for example in the event of an accident
or when braking or carrying out evasive ma‐
noeuvres. There is a danger of injury. Ensure
that loose objects or devices connected by ca‐
ble to the vehicle are secured in place in the in‐
terior.
WARNING
Incorrectly stowed objects may slip or be flung
into the interior, for example in the event of an
accident or when braking or carrying out eva‐
sive manoeuvres. Vehicle occupants could be
struck and injured. There is a danger of injury.
Stow and secure objects and the load correctly.
NOTE
Liquids in the boot may cause damage. There
is a risk of material damage. Ensure that no liq‐
uids leak out into the boot.
Stowing and securing loads in
the vehicle
▷ Wrap protective material around any sharp
corners and edges on the load.
▷ Heavy loads: stow as far forward and as low
down as possible, ideally directly behind the
rear backrests.
▷ Very heavy loads: stow as far forward and as
low down as possible, ideally directly behind
the rear backrests. If there are no passengers
on the back seat, insert both outer seat belts
into the respective opposite buckles.
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