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Storage compartments
Vehicle features and options
Warning
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. Attached objects
could come loose. There is a risk of injury
or risk of damage to property. Do not use
anti-slip pads.
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Glove compartment
Safety information
Opening the glove compartment
Warning
Devices connected to the vehicle via a cable
such as mobile phones or loose objects can
be thrown through the vehicle interior while
driving such as in the event of an accident,
braking or evasive maneuver. There is a risk
of injury and risk of damage to property. Se-
cure loose objects or devices that are con-
nected to the vehicle via a cable.
Pull the handle.
Warning
Fold-out compartment
Open flaps of the storage compartments,
e.g., glove compartment or center armrest,
protrude into the interior when folded open
and may be in the way of an airbag that
deploys. In addition, objects in the open stor-
age compartment can be thrown into the ve-
hicle interior during the trip, for instance, in
the event of an accident or when braking or
making an evasive maneuver. There is a risk
of injury. Always close storage compartments
immediately after use.
Opening the fold-out compartment
Press the button and open the cover.
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Storage compartments in
the doors
Front center armrest
General information
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the seats.
General information
There are storage compartments in the doors.
Opening the center armrest
Safety information
Warning
Breakable objects such as glass bottles or
glasses can break in the event of an acci-
dent, braking or an evasive maneuver. Bro-
ken glass can be scattered in the car's inte-
rior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not use any breakable objects
while driving. Only stow breakable objects in
closed storage compartments.
Press the button.
Closing the center armrest
Press the lid down until it engages.
Storage tray in center
console
Front cup holder
Safety information
Warning
Opening the storage compartment
Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may
damage the cup holders or be thrown about
the car’s interior in the event of an accident,
an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking.
Spilled liquids can distract from the surround-
ing traffic conditions, lead to an accident and
damage vehicle components. Hot drinks can
damage the cup holder or lead to scalding.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not force objects into the
cup holder. Use lightweight, shatterproof, and
sealable containers. Clean up spilled liquids
immediately. Do not transport hot beverages.
Press on the cover.
Closing the storage compartment
Pull the cover on the handle back.
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cup holder. Use lightweight, shatterproof, and
sealable containers. Clean up spilled liquids
immediately. Do not transport hot beverages.
Opening the cup holder
NOTICE
With an open cup holder, the center armrest
cannot be folded back up. There is a risk of
damage to property. Press back the covers
before the center armrest is folded up.
Press on the cover.
Opening the cup holder
1. Fold down the center armrest.
Two cup holders are located in the center con-
sole.
2. Press the button to open the cup holder.
Closing the cup holder
Pull the cover on the handle back.
Rear cup holder
Safety information
Warning
Closing the cup holder
Press both covers back inward in sequence
and fold the center armrest back.
Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may
damage the cup holders or be thrown about
the car’s interior in the event of an accident,
an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking.
Spilled liquids can distract from the surround-
ing traffic conditions, lead to an accident and
damage vehicle components. Hot drinks can
damage the cup holder or lead to scalding.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not force objects into the
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Coat hooks
General information
The coat hooks are located on the door pillar in
the rear.
Safety information
Warning
Clothing articles on the coat hooks can ob-
struct the view while driving. There is a risk of
accident. When suspending clothing articles
from the coat hooks, ensure that they will not
obstruct the driver's view.
Warning
Improper use of the coat hooks can lead to a
risk of objects flying about during braking and
evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury
and risk of damage to property. Only hang
lightweight objects, for instance clothing arti-
cles, from the coat hooks.
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