Cargo tie-down rings – Mercedes-Benz E-Wagon 2006 Owners Manual User Manual

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Cargo tie-down rings

Four rings

1 are located in the cargo com-

partment.

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Carefully secure cargo by applying
even load on all rings with rope of suffi-
cient strength to hold down the cargo.

Always follow loading instructions
(

page 263).

Rear seat

There is a cargo tie-down ring located on
each side of the footwell under the rear
seat.

Warning!

G

Always fasten items being carried as secure-

ly as possible.

In an accident, during hard braking or sud-

den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown

around inside the vehicle and can cause in-

jury to vehicle occupants unless the items

are securely fastened in the vehicle.

To help avoid personal injury during a colli-

sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care

when transporting cargo. Put luggage or car-

go in the cargo compartment if possible. Do

not pile luggage or cargo higher than the

seat backs.

Never drive vehicle with tailgate open.

Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may

enter vehicle interior resulting in uncon-

sciousness and death.

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