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Climate control
CONTROLS
Automatic climate control
1
Temperature, left
9
Maximum cooling
2
Display
10 Air conditioning
3
Air flow, AUTO intensity
11 Recirculated-air mode
4
AUTO program
12 Rear window defroster
5
Air distribution, manual
13 Windshield defroster
6
Display
14 Defrosting windows and removing conden-
sation
7
Temperature, right
15 Seat heating, left
61
8
Seat heating, right
61
Climate control functions in detail
Switching off
Turn wheel for air flow to the left
Switching the system on/off
until the control switches off.
Switching on
Set any air flow.
Temperature
Concept
The automatic climate control achieves the set
temperature as quickly as possible, if necessary
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Climate control
by using the maximum cooling or heating
General information
power, and then keeps it constant.
The function is available with external tempera-
tures beyond approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the
Settings
engine running.
Turn the ring to set the desired
Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re-
temperature.
gion. The vents need to be open for this.
The air flow can be adjusted with the air flow
active.
Do not rapidly switch between different tem-
Switching on/off
perature settings. The automatic climate con-
Press button.
trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the
set temperature.
The LED is illuminated with the system
switched on.
Air conditioning
The system is set to the lowest temperature,
optimum air flow and air circulation mode.
Concept
The air in the car's interior will be cooled and
AUTO program
dehumidified and, depending on the tempera-
ture setting, warmed again.
Concept
The car's interior can only be cooled with the
Air flow, air distribution and temperature are
engine running.
controlled automatically.
Switching on/off
Switching on/off
Press button.
Press button.
The LED is illuminated with air condi-
The LED is illuminated with the AUTO
tioning switched on.
program switched on.
Depending on the weather, the windshield may
Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO
fog up briefly when the engine is started.
intensity and outside influences, the air is di-
The air conditioning is switched on automati-
rected to the windshield, side windows, upper
cally with the AUTO program.
body, and into the floor area.
When using the automatic climate control, con-
The following features are switched on auto-
densation water, refer to page 187, develops
matically with the AUTO program:
and drains underneath the vehicle. This is nor-
The air conditioning, refer to page 164.
mal.
To switch off the program: press the button
again or manually adjust the air distribution.
Maximum cooling
Intensity
Concept
With the AUTO program activated, the auto-
The system is set to the lowest temperature,
matic intensity control can be changed.
maximum air flow and recirculated-air mode.
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Turn the ring to set the desired
If the windows fog over, switch off recirculated-
intensity from soft to intensive.
air mode and increase the air flow, if needed.
Controlling the air flow manually
Concept
The set intensity is displayed via the position of
the illuminated LED segment.
The air flow for climate control can be adjusted
manually.
Convertible program
General information
When the convertible top is open, the
convertible program is activated as well. In the
To manually adjust air flow switch off AUTO
convertible program, the automatic climate
program first.
control is optimized for driving with the
convertible top open. In addition, the air flow is
Operation
increased as the vehicle speed increases.
Turn the ring to set the desired
The efficiency of the convertible program can
air flow.
be greatly enhanced by installing the wind de-
flector.
Recirculated-air mode
The manually adjusted air flow is displayed via
illuminated LED segments.
Concept
The air flow of the automatic climate control
You may react to unpleasant odors or pollu-
may be reduced automatically to save battery
tants in the immediate environment by tempo-
power.
rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The
system then recirculates the air flow within the
Controlling the air distribution manually
vehicle.
Concept
Operation
The air distribution for climate control can be
Press button repeatedly to select an
adjusted manually.
operating mode:
Operation
LED off: outside air flows in continuously.
Press button repeatedly to select a
LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply
program:
of outside air into the vehicle is perma-
nently blocked.
Windows, upper body region, and floor
To prevent window condensation, recirculated-
area.
air mode switches off automatically after a cer-
Upper body region and floor area.
tain amount of time, depending on the external
Floor area.
temperature.
Windows and floor area.
With constant recirculated-air mode, the air
quality in the car's interior deteriorates and the
Windows.
fogging of the windows increases.
Windows and upper body region.
Upper body region.
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Climate control
Defrosting windows and removing
Ventilation
condensation
Setting
Concept
The air flow directions can be individually ad-
Ice and condensation are quickly removed
justed:
from the windshield and the front side win-
Direct ventilation:
dows.
The air flow is directly pointed onto the per-
Switching on/off
son. The air flow heats or cools noticeably,
depending on the adjusted temperature.
Press button.
Indirect ventilation:
The LED is illuminated with the system
switched on.
If the vents are fully or partly closed, the air
is directly routed into the car's interior.
Ice and condensation are quickly removed
from the windshield and the front side win-
Front ventilation
dows.
The air flow can be adjusted with the air flow
active.
If there is window condensation, switch on the
air conditioning too.
Windshield defroster
Press button. The LED lights up.
The front window defroster switches
Turn knob for continuous opening and clos-
off automatically after a certain period of time.
ing of the vents.
Swivel the vents to alter the direction of the
Rear window defroster
vent flow, arrows.
Press button. The LED lights up.
The rear window defroster switches off
automatically after a certain period of time.
Parked-car ventilation
When GREEN Mode is activated, the heater out-
put is reduced.
Concept
The parked-car ventilation ventilates the car's
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
interior and lowers its temperature, if needed.
In external and recirculated-air mode the mi-
crofilter/activated charcoal filter filters dust,
General information
pollen, and gaseous pollutants out of the air.
The parked-car ventilation can be switched on
and off directly or by using two preset activa-
Have this filter changed during vehicle mainte-
tion times. The system remains switched on for
nance, refer to page 229.
30 minutes.
The parked-car ventilation system is operated
via the Central Information Display (CID).
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Climate control
CONTROLS
Functional requirements
The symbol on the automatic climate con-
trol flashes when the system has been switched
Direct operation: vehicle is in radio-ready
on.
state.
The system will only be switched on within the
Direct operation or preset activation time:
next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti-
does not depend on external temperature.
vated.
Battery is sufficiently charged.
If parked-car ventilation is switched on, the
vehicle battery will be discharged. Thus,
limit the maximum activation time to save
the vehicle battery. The system will be
available again after the engine is started or
after a short trip.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time
are set correctly.
Open the vents to allow air to flow out.
Switching on/off directly
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1.
"Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Activate comf. ventilation"
The symbol on the automatic climate con-
trol flashes if the system is switched on.
Preselecting the activation time
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1.
"Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:"
4. Set the desired time.
Activating the activation time
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1.
"Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Activate timer 1" or "Activate timer 2"
The symbol on the automatic climate con-
trol lights up when the activation time is acti-
vated.
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Interior equipment
Interior equipment
during programming and operation. Also follow
Vehicle features and op-
the safety information of the hand-held trans-
tions
mitter.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
Compatibility
series. It also describes features that are not
If this symbol is printed on the packag-
necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
ing or in the owner's manual of the sys-
to the selected options or country versions. This
tem to be controlled, the system is gen-
also applies to safety-related functions and sys-
erally compatible with the integrated Universal
tems. When using these functions and systems,
Remote Control.
the applicable laws and regulations must be
If you have any questions, please contact:
observed.
A dealer’s service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop.
Integrated Universal Re-
www.homelink.com on the Internet.
mote Control
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Concept
The integrated Universal Remote Control in the
Overview
interior mirror can operate up to 3 functions of
remote-controlled systems, such as garage
door drives, barriers, or lighting systems. The
integrated Universal Remote Control replaces
up to 3 different hand-held transmitters. To op-
erate the remote control, the buttons on the in-
terior mirror must be programmed with the de-
sired functions. The hand-held transmitter for
the particular system is required in order to
program the remote control.
1
LED
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
2
Programmable keys
functions for the sake of security.
3
Hand-held transmitters of the system
Safety information
WARNING
Programming
Body parts can be jammed when operat-
ing remote-controlled systems, such as the ga-
General information
rage door, using the integrated Universal Re-
1. Switch on the ignition.
mote Control. There is a risk of injury or risk of
2. Initial setup:
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
Press and hold the two outer buttons on
movement of the respective system is clear
the interior mirror simultaneously for ap-
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CONTROLS
proximately 20 seconds until the LED on
flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for
the interior mirror flashes. This erases all
2 seconds, the system features a rolling code
programming of the buttons on the interior
radio system. Flashing and continuous illumina-
mirror.
tion of the LED will repeat for approximately
20 seconds.
3.
Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys-
tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in-
For systems with a rolling code radio system,
ches/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of
the integrated Universal Remote Control and
the interior mirror. The required distance
the system also have to be synchronized.
depends on the hand-held transmitter.
Please read the owner's manual to find out
4.
Simultaneously press and hold the button
how to synchronize the system.
of the desired function on the hand-held
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a second
transmitter and the button to be program-
person.
med on the interior mirror. The LED on the
Synchronizing the universal remote control
interior mirror will begin flashing slowly.
with the system:
5.
Release both buttons as soon as the LED
flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing
1. Park the vehicle within range of the re-
faster indicates that the button on the inte-
mote-controlled system.
rior mirror has been programmed.
2. Program the relevant button on the interior
If the LED does not flash faster after at least
mirror as described.
60 seconds, change the distance between
3. Locate and press the synchronizing button
the interior mirror and the hand-held trans-
on the system being programmed. You
mitter and repeat the step. Several more
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.
attempts at different distances may be nec-
4. Hold down the programmed button on the
essary. Wait at least 15 seconds between
interior mirror for approximately 3 seconds
attempts.
and then release it. If necessary, repeat this
Canada: if programming with the hand-
step up to three times in order to finish syn-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
chronization. Once synchronization is com-
down the interior mirror button and repeat-
plete, the programmed function will be car-
edly press and release the hand-held trans-
ried out.
mitter button for 2 seconds.
6.
To program other functions on other but-
Reprogramming individual buttons
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
1. Switch on the ignition.
The systems can be controlled using the interior
2. Press and hold the interior mirror button to
mirror buttons.
be programmed.
3. As soon as the interior mirror LED starts
Special feature of the rolling code
flashing slowly, hold the hand-held trans-
wireless system
mitter for the system to be controlled ap-
If you are unable to operate the system after
prox. 1 to 3 inches/2.5 to 8 cm away from
repeated programming, please check if the sys-
the buttons of the interior mirror. The re-
tem to be controlled features a rolling code
quired distance depends on the hand-held
radio system.
transmitter.
Read the system's owner's manual, or press the
programmed button on the interior mirror lon-
ger. If the LED on the interior mirror starts
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4.
Likewise, press and hold the button of the
20 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror
desired function on the hand-held trans-
flashes rapidly. All stored functions will be de-
mitter.
leted. The functions cannot be deleted individ-
ually.
5.
Release both buttons as soon as the interior
mirror LED flashes more rapidly. The LED
flashing faster indicates that the button on
the interior mirror has been programmed.
Digital compass
The system can then be controlled by the
button on the interior mirror.
Overview
If the LED does not flash faster after at most
60 seconds, change the distance and re-
peat the programming starting with step 4.
Several more attempts at different distan-
ces may be necessary. Wait at least 15 sec-
onds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior mirror button and repeat-
edly press and release the hand-held trans-
1
Control button
mitter button for 2 seconds.
2
Mirror display
Operation
Mirror display
WARNING
The point of the compass is displayed in the
Body parts can be jammed when operat-
mirror when driving straight.
ing remote-controlled systems, such as the ga-
rage door, using the integrated Universal Re-
Operating concept
mote Control. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
Various functions can be called up by pressing
movement of the respective system is clear
the control button with a pointed object, such
during programming and operation. Also follow
as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object.
the safety information of the hand-held trans-
The following setting options are displayed in
mitter.
succession, depending on how long the control
button is pressed:
The system, such as the garage door, can be
Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.
operated using the button on the interior mir-
ror while the engine is running or when the ig-
3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.
nition is started. To do this, hold down the but-
6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.
ton within receiving range of the system until
9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering
the function is activated. The interior mirror
setting.
LED stays lit while the wireless signal is being
12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
transmitted.
Deleting stored functions
Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in-
terior mirror simultaneously for approximately
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Setting the compass zones
Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi-
cle so that the compass operates correctly; re-
fer to World map with compass zones.
World map with magnetic zones
Procedure
The point of the compass displayed does
not change despite changing the direction
1. Press and hold the control button for ap-
of travel.
prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set
compass zone appears in the mirror.
Not all points of the compass are displayed.
2. To change the zone setting, press the con-
trol button quickly and repeatedly until the
Procedure
number of the compass zone that corre-
1. Make sure that there are no large metallic
sponds with your location appears in the
objects or overhead power lines near the
mirror.
vehicle and that there is sufficient room to
drive around in a circle.
The set zone is stored automatically. The com-
pass is ready for use again after approximately
2. Set the currently applicable compass zone.
10 seconds.
3. Make sure that the convertible top is com-
pletely closed.
Calibrating the digital compass
4. Press and hold the control button for ap-
The digital compass must be calibrated in the
prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears on
event of the following:
the display. Next, drive in a complete circle
The wrong compass point is displayed.
at least once at a speed of no more than
4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is successful,
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the "C" is replaced by the points of the
Ashtray/cigarette
compass.
lighter
5. Open convertible top completely.
6. Press and hold the control button for ap-
Overview
prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears on
the display. Next, drive in a complete circle
at least once at a speed of no more than
4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is successful,
the "C" is replaced by the points of the
compass.
Left/right-hand steering
The digital compass is already set for right or
left-hand steering at the factory.
The ashtray is located in one of the frontal cup
holders, the cigarette lighter above it in the
Setting the language
center console.
Press and hold the control button for approx.
12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the control but-
ton again to switch between English "E" and
Ashtray
German "O".
In order to empty the ashtray, remove the ash-
Settings are stored automatically after approxi-
tray from the cup holder.
mately 10 seconds.
Cigarette lighter
Sun visor
Safety information
WARNING
Glare shield
Contact with the hot heating element or
To provide protection against glare, fold the
the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause
sun visor down or pivot it to the side.
burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the
cigarette lighter falls down or is held against
Vanity mirror
the respective objects. There is a risk of fire and
A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be-
injuries. Take hold of the cigarette lighter by its
hind a cover.
handle. Make sure that children do not use the
cigarette lighter and burn themselves.
NOTE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of dam-
age to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
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Operation
NOTE
Push in the cigarette lighter.
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of dam-
The cigarette lighter can be re-
age to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
moved as soon as it pops back
socket cover again after using the socket.
out.
In the center console
Sockets
Concept
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the ignition is
switched on or the engine is running.
General information
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-com-
In the cargo area
patible connectors.
Safety information
WARNING
Devices and cables in the unfolding area
of the airbags, such as portable navigation de-
vices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or
be thrown around in the car's interior during
unfolding. There is a risk of injury. Make sure
that devices and cables are not in the airbag's
The socket is located on the right side in the
area of unfolding.
cargo area.
NOTE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
USB interface/AUX-IN port
which means that the 12 volt on-board net-
work can be overloaded or damaged. There is a
Concept
risk of damage to property. Only connect bat-
Mobile devices with USB port can be connected
tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
to the USB interface.
starting aid terminals in the engine compart-
A mobile audio device, for instance a MP3
ment.
player, can be connected using the AUX-IN
port.
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Interior equipment
General information
Protect the USB storage device against me-
chanical damage.
The following devices can be connected:
Due to the large number of USB media
Mobile phones supported by the USB inter-
available on the market, it cannot be guar-
face.
anteed that every device is operable on the
Audio devices with USB port, for instance
vehicle.
MP3 player.
Do not expose USB media to extreme envi-
USB storage devices.
ronmental conditions, such as very high
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
temperatures; refer to the owner's manual
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
of the device.
Information about suitable USB storage devices
Due to the many different compression
techniques, proper playback of the media
ity.
stored on the USB storage device cannot be
The following applications are possible:
guaranteed in all cases.
Exporting and importing driver profiles, re-
A connected USB storage device will be
fer to page 46.
supplied with charging current via the USB
interface if the device supports this.
Playing music files via USB audio.
To ensure proper transmission of the stored
Adding music files to the music collection
data, do not charge a USB storage device
and storing the music collection.
via the onboard socket, when it is con-
Playing videos via USB video.
nected to the USB interface.
Loading of software updates.
Depending on how the USB storage device
is being used, settings may be required on
Overview
the USB storage device, refer to the owner's
manual of the device.
Not compatible USB media:
USB hard drives.
USB hubs.
USB memory card readers with multiple in-
serts.
HFS-formatted USB media.
MTP devices.
The USB interface and the AUX-IN port are lo-
Devices such as fans or lamps.
cated in the center console.
Connecting an external device
Follow the following when connecting:
Do not use force when plugging the con-
nector into the USB interface.
Use a flexible adapter cable.
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Storage compartments
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Storage compartments
Storage compartment in front of the cup
Vehicle features and op-
holders.
tions
Storage compartments in the cargo area.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
Storage tray in the center console.
specific and optional features offered with the
Pockets on the backrests of the front seats.
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
Glove compartment
also applies to safety-related functions and sys-
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
Safety information
observed.
WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the
Safety information
glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, for instance in the
WARNING
event of an accident or during braking and eva-
Loose objects or devices with a cable
sive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury. Always
connection to the vehicle, for instance mobile
close the glove compartment immediately after
phones, can be thrown into the car's interior
using it.
while driving, for instance in the event of an ac-
cident or during braking and evasive maneu-
Opening
vers. There is a risk of injury. Secure loose ob-
jects or devices with a cable connection to the
vehicle in the car's interior.
NOTE
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. There is a risk of dam-
age to property. Do not use anti-slip pads.
Overview
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
The following storage compartments are avail-
on.
able in the car's interior:
Glove compartment on the front passenger
side.
Closing
Compartments in the doors.
Fold up the cover.
Storage compartment in the center arm-
rest.
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Locking
Adjusting the height
The glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key to separately secure the tail-
gate, for instance.
This prevents access to the glove compartment
and to the cargo area.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re-
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Press button, arrow 1, and swing center arm-
rest upward or downward into the desired
Compartments in the
height, arrow 2.
doors
WARNING
Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or
Cup holders
glasses, can break in the event of an accident
or a braking or evasive maneuver. Broken glass
Safety information
can be scattered in the car's interior. There is a
WARNING
risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do
not use any breakable objects while driving.
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
Only stow breakable objects in closed storage
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder
compartments.
and increase the risk of injury in the event of an
accident. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam-
age to property. Use light-weight, unbreakable,
and sealable containers. Do not transport hot
Center armrest
beverages. Do not force objects into the cup
holder.
General information
The center armrest contains a storage compart-
Front
ment.
Opening
In the center console.
Press button, arrow 1, and open center armrest
upward, arrow 2.
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Rear
In front of the rear seats.
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Cargo area
Cargo area
WARNING
Vehicle features and op-
Improperly stowed objects can shift and
tions
be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in
This chapter describes all standard, country-
the event of an accident or during braking and
specific and optional features offered with the
evasive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be
series. It also describes features that are not
hit and injured. There is a risk of injury. Stow
necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
and secure objects and cargo properly.
to the selected options or country versions. This
NOTE
also applies to safety-related functions and sys-
tems. When using these functions and systems,
Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam-
the applicable laws and regulations must be
age. There is a risk of damage to property.
observed.
Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo
area.
Loading
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit
Safety information
1.
Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
WARNING
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
High gross weight can overheat the tires,
vehicle’s placard.
damage them internally and cause a sudden
2.
Determine the combined weight of the
drop in tire inflation pressure. Driving charac-
driver and passengers that will be riding in
teristics may be negatively impacted, reducing
your vehicle.
lane stability, lengthening the braking distances
and changing the steering response. There is a
3.
Subtract the combined weight of the driver
risk of an accident. Pay attention to the permit-
and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
ted load capacity of the tires and never exceed
4.
The resulting figure equals the available
the permitted gross weight.
amount of cargo and luggage load ca-
pacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
WARNING
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five
Loose objects or devices with a cable
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the
connection to the vehicle, for instance mobile
amount of available cargo and luggage
phones, can be thrown into the car's interior
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 x
while driving, for instance in the event of an ac-
150) = 650 lbs.)
cident or during braking and evasive maneu-
5.
Determine the combined weight of luggage
vers. There is a risk of injury. Secure loose ob-
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
jects or devices with a cable connection to the
That weight may not safely exceed the
vehicle in the car's interior.
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6.
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual to determine
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how this reduces the available cargo and
Loading aid
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Concept
Load
For easier loading, the vehicle is equipped with
loading aid. When the loading aid is opened,
objects can be stowed that would not other-
wise fit through the tailgate opening.
Safety information
WARNING
When opening and closing the loading
aid, body parts can be jammed, for instance by
the mechanism. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the loading
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
aid is clear during operation.
the occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the
WARNING
less cargo that can be transported.
With a lifted loading aid, vehicle parts can
protrude and limit the view. There is a danger
Stowing and securing cargo
of accidents and property damage. Before driv-
Cover sharp edges and corners on the
ing off, make sure that the loading aid is com-
cargo.
pletely lowered and the tailgate is closed.
Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi-
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
Opening the loading aid
the rear passenger seat backrests.
1. Unlock the convertible top using the han-
Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
dles, arrows 1.
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.
If necessary, fold down the rear backrests
to stow cargo.
Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.
Small and light cargo: secure with ratchet
straps or draw straps.
Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo
2. Lift convertible top, arrow 2.
straps.
3. Fold back the handles and place on the
brackets, arrows 3.
Closing the loading aid
1. Remove handles from the brackets.
2. Push convertible top down and hold.
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