Mercedes-Benz A-Class Operator's Manual page 93

Allow the vehicle parts to cool down
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before you touch them.
The driving characteristics of your vehicle are
dependent on the distribution of the load within
the vehicle. You should bear the following in
mind when loading the vehicle:
never exceed the permissible gross mass or
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the gross axle weight rating for the vehicle
(including occupants). The values are speci‐
fied on the vehicle identification plate on the
vehicle's B-pillar.
the load must not protrude above the upper
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edge of the seat backrests.
when transporting objects in the cargo com‐
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partment, the combined cargo cover and net
must always be installed (cargo compart‐
ment cover and cargo net).
always place the load behind unoccupied
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seats if possible.
secure the load using the tie-down eyes and
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distribute the load evenly.
Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior
Overview of the front stowage compart‐
ments
1 Stowage compartment in the doors
2 Stowage compartment in the armrest with a
multimedia and USB connection
3 Stowage compartment in the front center
console with a USB connection and charging
module for wireless charging of mobile
phones
4 Glove box
Seats and stowing
Locking and unlocking the glove box
Turn the mechanical key a quarter turn clock‐
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wise 2 (to lock) or counter-clockwise 1 (to
unlock).
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