Loading guidelines
WARNING
Always fasten items being carried as securely 
as possible using fastening materials 
appropriate for the weight and size of the 
load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden 
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around 
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to 
vehicle occupants unless the items are 
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision 
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when 
transporting cargo. Do not pile luggage or 
cargo higher than the seat backrests.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry 
objects. Do not place anything on the rearwindow 
shelf.
Never drive a vehicle with the trunk open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.
The handling characteristics of a laden 
vehicle are dependent on the distribution of 
the load within the vehicle. For this reason, 
you should observe the following notes when 
transporting a load:
• when transporting a load, never exceed the 
maximum permissible gross vehicle weight 
or the gross axle weight rating of the 
vehicle (including occupants). The values 
are specified on the vehicle identification 
plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door.
• position heavy loads as far forwards as 
possible and as low down in the trunk as 
possible.
• the load must not protrude above the upper 
edge of the seat backrests.
• always place the load against the rear or 
front seat backrests. Make sure that the 
seat backrests are securely locked into 
place.
• always place the load behind unoccupied 
seats if possible.
• secure the load with sufficiently strong and 
wear-resistant tie down. pad sharp edges 
for protection.
See also:
installing and removing the seat 
cushion
   You must remove the seat cushion if you wish 
to lift the trunk floor, e.g. if the vehicle has a 
flat tire.
•► To remove: fold seat cushion 2 upwards 
and remove it from seat cushion 
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Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
    To ensure the longevity and full 
performance of the engine, only premiumgrade 
unleaded gasoline may be used.
If there is no premium-grade unleaded 
gasoline available and regular-grade 
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Transmission position and drive 
program display
   The current transmission position and drive 
program appear in the multifunction display.
1. Transmission position display
 
2. Drive program display
The arrows in the transmission position 
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