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Always be particularly careful around
the tailpipe and the tailpipe trims and
supervise children especially closely in
this area.
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Allow vehicle parts to cool down before
touching them.
Driving, braking and steering characteristics
change depending on:
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Type of load,
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Weight
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The center of gravity of the load
The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle
weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare
wheel, accessories installed, vehicle occupants
and luggage/load.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible pay‐
load weight or permissible gross mass (GVWR)
for your vehicle. The maximum permissible pay‐
load weight and GVWR are given on the vehicle
identification plate found on the driver's door B-
pillar.
Furthermore, the load must be distributed in
such a way that the weight on each axle never
exceeds the maximum gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) for the front and rear axles. The relevant
GVWR and GAWR information can be found on
the vehicle identification plate on the driver's
side B-pillar.
Bear the following in mind when loading and
transporting loads:
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Never exceed the permissible gross mass or
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.
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Position heavy loads as far forwards as possi‐
ble and as low down in the cargo compart‐
ment as possible.
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If possible, always transport loads in the
cargo compartment. Only use the cargo com‐
partment enlargement if the load does not fit
in the cargo compartment.
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Always place the load against the backrests
of the front seats or rear seats.
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Secure the load using the tie-down eyes and
distribute the load evenly.
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Use tie-down eyes and fastening components
that are suitable for the weight and size of
the load.
If the rear bench seat is not occupied:
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Insert the seat belts into seat belt buckles of
the opposite seat belt in a diagonal pattern.
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Secure the load with sufficiently tear-resist‐
ant and wear-resistant tie downs.
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Pad sharp edges for protection.
Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior
Overview of the front stowage compart‐
ments
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WARNING Risk of injury due to objects
being stowed incorrectly
If you do not adequately stow objects in the
vehicle interior, they could slip or be tossed
around and thereby strike vehicle occupants.
In addition, cup holders, open stowage
Seats and stowing
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