The vehicle centre of gravity and the usual driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking characteristics alter.
If you exceed the maximum roof load, the driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
You will find information on the maximum roof load in the "Technical data" section in the printed Owner's Manual.
The vehicle could be damaged by roof luggage racks that have not been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz.
The panorama sliding sunroof may be damaged by the roof luggage rack if you attempt to open it when using a roof luggage rack not tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz.
The panorama sliding sunroof may be raised to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior.
The covers may be damaged and scratched when being opened.
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards, even while the vehicle is in motion.
As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as intended and could cause additional injury.
Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be restrained by the seat backrest.
If the left and right seat backrests are not engaged and locked in place, this will be shown on the multifunction display on the instrument cluster. A warning tone will also sound.
If the centre seat backrest is not engaged and locked, the red lock verification indicator will be visible.
To fold the centre seat backrest forwards: the centre seat backrest has been unlocked.
You can fold the centre and outer seat backrests forwards separately.
Vehicles with a memory function: if necessary, when the seat backrest in the rear is folded forward, the front seat will move forwards slightly to avoid a collision.
When you adjust a seat, you may trap yourself or a vehicle occupant.
Rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest can fold forwards.
As a result, the vehicle occupant is pressed against the seat belt. The seat belt cannot perform its intended protective function and could cause additional injuries.
Objects or loads in the boot cannot be restrained by the seat backrest.
If the left seat backrest is not engaged and locked in place, this will be shown on the multifunction display on the instrument cluster. If the centre seat backrest is not engaged and locked in place, the red lock verification indicator will be visible.
The seat belt could become trapped and thus be damaged when the seat backrest is folded back.
Left and right seat backrests: if the seat backrest is not engaged and locked in place, this will be shown on the multifunction display on the instrument cluster.
A warning tone will also sound.
Centre seat backrest: if the seat backrest is not engaged and locked in place, the red lock verification indicator will be visible.
If the handle in the boot is left protruding, the handle may be damaged.
If the ball neck is not engaged, the trailer may come loose.
The ball neck may swing outwards when unlocking or when it has not been properly engaged.
There is a risk of injury within the ball neck's range of movement!
The vehicle is secured against rolling away.
The swivel range is clear.
The trailer cables or adapter plugs have been removed.
The ball neck will fold out from under the rear bumper.
Indicator lamp will flash.
Indicator lamp on the ball neck release switch will go out.
If the ball neck is not securely locked in place, the Check trailer hitch lock message will appear on the multifunction display.
Make sure that the ball on the ball neck is clean. Check that it is either greased or dry (grease-free), depending on the instructions for the trailer.
The ball neck will fold up under the rear bumper.
Indicator lamp will flash.
Indicator lamp will go out and the message on the multifunction display will disappear.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle More.
If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone receptacles cannot always retain all objects within.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain all objects they contain.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.