Mercedes-Benz 2003 G 500 Automobile User Manual


 
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ț Always place items being carried
against front or rear seat backrests,
and fasten them as securely as possi-
ble.
ț The heaviest portion of the cargo
should always be kept as low as possi-
ble against front or rear seat backrest
since it influences the handling charac-
teristics of the vehicle.
ț For additional safety when transporting
cargo while the rear seats are unoccu-
pied, fasten the outer seat belts cross-
wise into the opposite side buckles.
ț Always pad off sharp edges.
Warning! G
Always fasten items being carried as secure-
ly as possible using cargo tie-down rings and
fastening materials appropriate for the
weight and size of the load.
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, always use parti-
tion net when transporting cargo.
Never ride vehicle with the tailgate open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in uncon-
sciousness and death.
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The rear cargo area is the preferred
place to carry objects. The enlarged
cargo area (rear seats folded) should
only be used for items which do not fit
in the rear cargo area alone.