Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 284)

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Loading instructions
The total load weight including vehicle oc-
cupants and luggage/cargo should not ex-
ceed the load limit indicated on the
corresponding Tire and Loading Informa-
tion placard located on the driver’s door
B-pillar (
୴ page 334).
The handling characteristics of a fully load-
ed vehicle depend greatly on the load dis-
tribution. It is therefore recommended to
load the vehicle according to the illustra-
tions shown, with the heaviest items being
placed towards the front of the vehicle.
Always place items being carried against
front or rear seat backrests, and fasten
them as securely as possible.
The heaviest portion of the cargo should al-
ways be kept as low as possible since it in-
fluences the handling characteristics of
the vehicle.
Warning!
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If a red indicator is visible with the backrest
up, then the backrest is not properly locked
into position.
Always lock backrest in its upright position
when rear seat bench is occupied, or the ex-
tended trunk compartment is not in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
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.
i To prevent unauthorized persons from ac-
cess to the trunk, always lock backrest in its up-
right position.
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CLK cabriolet:
To prevent damage to the soft top or lug-
gage/cargo when lowering the roof:
ț load trunk only to the height of the luggage
cover
ț do not permit luggage/cargo to push up the
closed luggage cover
ț do not place anything on the shelf behind the
roll bar
ț do not place anything on the soft top com-
partment cover