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Operation
WARNING
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Plea
se make sure that any items of clothing
hanging from the coat hooks do not obstruct
your view to the rear.
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The coat hooks should only be used for
lightweight clothing. Do not leave any heavy
or sharp objects in the pockets.
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Do not use clothes hangers to hang up the
clothing, as this could interfere with the func-
tion of the head-protection airbags.
Socket
Fig. 150 Centre console: 12 volt socket
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Remove the cap located on the centre con-
so
l
e of
the socket ››› Fig. 150.
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Insert the plug of the electrical appliance
into the power socket.
Electrical equipment can be connected to the
12 volt power socket. The appliances connec-
ted to each power socket must not exceed a
power rating of 120 Watt.
WARNING
The power socket works only when the igni-
tion is on. Impr
oper use may cause serious
injury or even fire. Children should therefore
not be left in the vehicle unattended if the
button is also left behind. Otherwise there is
a possibility that they may be injured.
CAUTION
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid
damagin
g the sockets.
Note
The use of electrical appliances with the en-
gine switc
hed off will cause a battery dis-
charge.
Storing objects
L
o
a
ding the luggage compartment
All luggage and other loose objects must be
s
af
ely
secured in the luggage compartment.
Unsecured objects which shift back and forth
could impair the driving safety or driving
characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the
centre of gravity.
–
Distribute the load evenly in the luggage
compartment.
–
Place heavy objects as far forward as possi-
ble in the luggage compartment.
–
Place the heavy objects first.
–
Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening
rings ››› page 155.
WARNING
●
Loose lug
gage and other objects in the lug-
gage compartment could cause serious inju-
ries.
●
Always stow objects in the luggage com-
partment and secure them on the fastening
rings.
●
Use suitable straps to secure heavy ob-
jects.
●
During sudden manoeuvres or accidents,
loose objects can be thrown forward, injuring
vehicle occupants or passers-by. This in-
creased risk of injury will be further increased
if a loose object is struck by an inflating air-
bag. If this happens, objects may shoot out-
ward like a missile. Risk of fatal injury.
●
Please note that the centre of gravity may
shift when transporting heavy objects; this
may affect vehicle handling and lead to an ac-
cident. Therefore, it is essential to adjust
your speed and driving style accordingly, to
avoid accidents.
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