Mercedes-Benz 2001 M-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Use the cargo tie-down rings and the parcel
nets to transport loads and luggage.
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Use cargo tie-down rings and fastening
materials appropriate for the weight and
size of the load.
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Hook in the cargo net when loading.
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Secure the load with sufficiently strong and
wear-resistant tie-downs. Pad sharp edges
for protection.
Stowage space
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
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Always stow objects so that they cannot be
thrown around in such situations.
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Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or
stowage nets.
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Close the lockable stowage spaces while
driving.
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Stow and secure objects that are heavy,
hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too
large in the cargo compartment.
Observe the loading guidelines (
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page 334).
Glove box
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To open: pull handle : and open glove box
flap ; .
X
To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards
until it engages.
i The glove box can be cooled
(
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page 153).
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Glove box unlocked
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Glove box locked
The glove box can be locked and unlocked
using the mechanical key.
Partition : for stowing flat objects is located
in the upper section of the glove box. It can be
removed to increase the stowage space in the
glove box.
X
To remove: pull partition : forwards and
out
X
To install: insert partition : and push it
back until it engages.
Stowage areas
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Stowage
and
features
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