characteristics as well as the steering and
braking characteristics change. During cor‐
nering, the vehicle tilts more strongly and
may react more sluggishly to steering move‐
ments.
If you exceed the maximum roof load, the
driving characteristics, as well as the steer‐
ing and braking characteristics, will be
greatly impaired.
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Always comply with the maximum roof
load and adjust your driving style.
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WARNING Risk of injury if unsuitable
climbing aids are used
If you use vehicle body openings or add-on
parts as steps, the following can occur:
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You may slip and/or fall.
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You may damage the vehicle and then
fall.
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Always use non-slip, stable climbing
aids, e.g. a suitable ladder.
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NOTE Stepping on the wheel arch flares
and bumpers may damage them
If you use the wheel arch flares and bumpers
as a step, they may be damaged or detach
from the vehicle.
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Only use the two marked steps on the
rear bumper as a climbing aid.
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NOTE Vehicle damage due to non-
approved roof racks
The vehicle could be damaged by roof racks
which have not been tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
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Only use roof racks approved for
Mercedes-Benz.
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Depending on the vehicle equipment,
ensure that when the roof rack is instal‐
led, the sliding sunroof can be fully
raised.
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Position the load on the roof rack in
such a way that the vehicle will not sus‐
tain damage even when it is in motion.
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NOTE Maximum permitted roof load
The weight of the roof luggage, including the
roof rack, must not exceed the maximum
permitted roof load.
The maximum roof load is 330.7 lb (150 kg)
if there are at least three pairs of support
feet.
This applies if the load is distributed evenly
across the entire roof surface. The maximum
load for each pair of roof rack support feet is
110.2 lb (50 kg).
When the vehicle is at a standstill and when at
least three pairs of support feet are used, the
maximum permissible roof load of 330.7 lb
(150 kg) may be exceeded by a maximum of
330.7 lb (150 kg), e.g. when a roof tent is used.
Always comply with the roof rack manufacturer's
installation instructions.
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