If objects or loads are not secured when being transported in the through-loading facility, they could slip or be thrown around and thereby hit vehicle occupants.
Observe the loading guidelines and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces .

The through-loading facility is opened from the cargo compartment.
■ Release the seat backrests in the second row of seats and tilt them in the cargo/load position .
■ Fold down the rear seat armrest.
■ Pull the center head restraint on the rear bench seat into the uppermost position .
■ Slide release catch 1 to the left and swing flap 2 to the left until it is lying on the rear side of the rear bench seat.

■ Push cover 3 forward until it is lying on the rear seat armrest.
Important safety notes
WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission position D or
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
is a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmissi ...
Calling up a stored setting
If you want to move the seat from the fully
reclined position to a stored seat position,
first raise the backrest using the seat
switch. The seat could otherwise be
damaged.
► Press and h ...
Distronic plus
Important safety notes
WARNING
DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to:
• people or animals
• stationary obstacles on the road, e.g.
stopped or parked vehicles
• oncoming and crossing traffic
As a r ...