2025-2026 Mercedes G Class SUV Seats and stowing -> Stowage areas User Manual
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WARNING
Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell
Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a
depressed pedal.
This will jeopardise the operating and road safety of the vehicle.
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Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get
into the driver's footwell.
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Make sure that there is always sufficient clearance for the
pedals.
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Always fit the floor mats securely and as prescribed.
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Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on
top of one another.
Vehicles with automatic front passenger airbag shut-off: objects trapped
under the front passenger seat may interfere with the function of the auto‐
matic front passenger airbag shut-off or damage the system. Therefore please
observe the notes on the function of automatic front passenger airbag shut-off
(/page120).
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NOTE
Damage to the vehicle caused by spilled liquids
If liquids are spilled in the vehicle, parts of the vehicle may be dam‐
aged.
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Always securely close containers containing liquids that you
have brought with you.
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Clean the vehicle as soon as possible if liquids are spilled.
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If larger quantities of liquids are spilled, have the vehicle
checked in a qualified specialist workshop.
THE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS OF YOUR VEHICLE ARE DEPENDENT
ON THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE LOAD WITHIN THE VEHICLE. YOU SHOULD
BEAR THE FOLLOWING IN MIND WHEN LOADING THE VEHICLE:
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Never allow the payload including occupants to exceed the maximum
permissible gross mass or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle.
These are shown on the vehicle identification plate (/page703).
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The load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat backrests.
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Always install the load compartment cover when carrying objects in the
load compartment.
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Always use the partitioning net when carrying objects in the load com‐
partment.
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Always place the load behind unoccupied seats if possible.
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Secure the load using the tie-down eyes and distribute the tension
evenly.
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Select drive programme A if the vehicle is fully loaded or occupied.
This is configured for stability (/page275).
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Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior
OVERVIEW OF THE FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly
If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or
be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,
open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain
all objects they contain.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres
or abrupt changes in direction.
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Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in
such situations.
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Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage
spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.
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Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.
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Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-
edged, fragile or too large in the load compartment.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
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WARNING
Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell
Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a
depressed pedal.
This will jeopardise the operating and road safety of the vehicle.
#
Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get
into the driver's footwell.
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Make sure that there is always sufficient clearance for the
pedals.
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Always fit the floor mats securely and as prescribed.
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Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on
top of one another.
1 Stowage spaces in the doors
2 Storage and telephone compartment in the armrest with USB port (USB-C)
3 Storage compartment with cup holder and for wireless charging of a
mobile phone in the front centre console
4 Glove compartment
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LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE GLOVE BOX
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly
If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or
be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,
open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain
all objects they contain.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres
or abrupt changes in direction.
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Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in
such situations.
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Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage
spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.
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Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.
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Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-
edged, fragile or too large in the load compartment.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
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Turn the emergency key a quarter turn clockwise 2 (to lock) or anti-
clockwise 1 (to unlock).
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Opening the through-loading feature in the
rear compartment
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly
If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or
be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders,
open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain
all objects they contain.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres
or abrupt changes in direction.
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Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in
such situations.
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Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage
spaces, luggage nets or stowage nets.
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Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.
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Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-
edged, fragile or too large in the load compartment.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
THROUGH-LOADING FEATURE WITHOUT LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER
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Fold down the rear armrest.
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Pull the centre head restraint of the rear bench seat fully upwards.
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Slide release catch 1 to the left.
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Swivel flap 2 to the left until it comes to rest on the rear side of the
rear bench seat.
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Push cover 3 forwards until it comes to rest on the rear armrest.
THROUGH-LOADING FEATURE WITH LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER
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Fold the seat backrest forwards (/page209).
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Slide release catch 1 to the left.
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Swivel flap 2 to the left until it comes to rest on the rear side of the
rear bench seat.
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Fold the seat backrest backwards and fold the rear armrest down.
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Fold cover 3 forwards until it comes to rest on the rear armrest.
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Pull the centre head restraint of the rear bench seat fully upwards.
Folding the rear bench seat forwards
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WARNING
Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,
even while the vehicle is in motion.
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As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt
with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as
intended and could cause additional injury.
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Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be
restrained by the seat backrest.
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Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat
backrest are engaged before every trip.
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NOTE
Damage to the seat backrests
The seat backrests may be damaged when the rear bench seat is folded
forwards.
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Fold the rear bench seat's cushion upwards before the rear
seat backrest is folded forwards.
You can fold the left and right seat backrests forwards separately.
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Fully insert the seat backrest head restraints (/page190).
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Fold the seat cushion upwards using the loop 1.
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Pull the release handle 2 upwards until the seat backrest is completely
unlocked.
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Fold the seat backrest forwards.
Folding back the rear bench seat
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WARNING
Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,
even while the vehicle is in motion.
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As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt
with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as
intended and could cause additional injury.
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Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be
restrained by the seat backrest.
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Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat
backrest are engaged before every trip.
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NOTE
Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back the
seat backrest
The seat belt could become trapped and thus be damaged when the
seat backrest is folded back.
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Make sure that the seat belt is not trapped when folding back
the seat backrest.
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Swivel seat backrest 1 back until it engages.
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Swivel the seat cushion 2 back.
Rear seat backrests
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACKREST INCLINATION IN THE REAR
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WARNING
Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest may fold forwards,
even while the vehicle is in motion.
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As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pressed into the seat belt
with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to protect as
intended and could cause additional injury.
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Objects or loads in the boot or load compartment cannot be
restrained by the seat backrest.
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Make sure that the rear bench seat, the rear seat and the seat
backrest are engaged before every trip.
You can adjust the angle of the rear seat backrests. There are several possible
detent positions.
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Pull left or right release lever 1 in the direction of the arrow and hold it
in position.
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Move seat backrest 2 to the desired angle.
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Let go of release lever 1.
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Ensure that the seat backrest is engaged.
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Load compartment cover
ROLLING THE LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER IN/OUT
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WARNING
Risk of injury or death due to poorly secured objects
The load compartment cover alone cannot secure or restrain heavy
objects, items of luggage or heavy loads.
You could be hit by an unsecured load, particularly in the event of
abrupt changes in direction, sudden braking or an accident.
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Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown
around.
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Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping
over, e.g. by using lashing material, even if you are using the
load compartment cover.
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NOTE
Damage to the load compartment cover when loading the vehicle
The load compartment cover may be damaged when loading the vehi‐
cle.
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Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover.
The load compartment cover is attached behind the seat backrest of the rear
bench seat.
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To extend: pull load compartment cover 1 back by grab handle 2 until
it engages.
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To retract: push the rear edge of load compartment cover 1 down‐
wards.
Load compartment cover
1 will automatically move forwards.
FITTING AND REMOVING THE LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER
Requirements:
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The load compartment cover is rolled up.
REMOVING THE LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER
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Press in the end cap of load compartment cover 1 on the right- or
left-hand side.
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Push load compartment cover 1 into recess 2 on the opposite side.
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Take load compartment cover 1 out by pulling it upwards.
INSTALLING THE LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER
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Place load compartment cover 1 in recess 2 on the left-hand or
right-hand side.
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Press in the end cap of load compartment cover 1 on the opposite side
and insert load compartment cover
1 into other recess 2.
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Slide the end cap outwards.
Attaching/removing the partitioning net
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WARNING
Risk of injury or death due to poorly secured objects
The partitioning net alone cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,
items of luggage or heavy loads.
You could be hit by an unsecured load, particularly in the event of
abrupt changes in direction, sudden braking or an accident.
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Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown
around.
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Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping
over, e.g. by using lashing material, even if you are using the
partitioning net.
For safety reasons, always use a partitioning net when transporting a load.
Damaged partitioning nets can no longer fulfil their protective functions.
Replace damaged partitioning nets. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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ATTACHING
Partitioning net without load compartment enlargement
Partitioning net with load compartment enlargement
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Extend and unfold the partitioning net.
The joints on the top and bottom guide rods will audibly engage.
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Attach guide rod 1 to holders 2 on the roof lining.
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Engage hooks 3 in tie-down eyes 4 on the left and right.
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Pull on the loose ends of the lashing straps until the partitioning net is
tight.
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After driving a short distance, check the tension of the partitioning net
and re-tension it if necessary.
REMOVING
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Pull belt clamp 5 upwards until the lashing straps are loose.
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Remove hooks 3 from tie-down eyes 4 on the left and right.
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Remove guide rod 1 from holders 2.
STOWING
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Press the red button on the top and bottom guide rods.
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Collapse and roll up the partition net.
Overview of the tie-down eyes
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle (/page202).
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1 Load securing tie-down eye
Overview of bag hooks
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WARNING
Risk of injury when using bag hooks with heavy objects
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects or items of luggage.
Objects or items of luggage may be flung around and hit vehicle occu‐
pants.
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Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
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Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile objects on the bag
hooks.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle (/page202).
The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 3 kg. Do not use it to secure a load.
1 Bag hook
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Design box at the rear-end door
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NOTE
Damage to the design box due to unsecured objects or incorrect
loading
If any objects are unsecured or not properly secured, they could be
flung around and damage the design box.
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Always secure objects in the design box with partitioning nets
or the eyelet and hook-and-loop tape.
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Do not transport fragile objects in the design box.
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Do not exceed the maximum load.
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Make sure that when you close the door, objects do not press
against the cover of the design box.
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Close the design box before setting off.
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NOTE
Damage to the design box due to improper handling
Improper handling of the design box could cause it to be damaged.
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Do not press onto the cover from outside, e.g. to push the
vehicle.
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Do not push down too hard on the cover when opening it.
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Do not lean on the cover when it is open.
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Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to clean the inside of the
design box.
1 Eyelet and hook-and-loop tape, e.g. for the charging cable
2 Button for opening design box
3 Luggage net, e.g. for the charging cable
4 Information label: Design box must be kept closed during travel. Do not
store fragile objects in the design box. Information on maximum load.
5 Luggage net in the cover (maximum load 0.5kg)
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The design box is locked and unlocked centrally along with the vehicle.
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If the starter battery is empty, the design box cannot be opened.
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To open: press button 2 on the handle of the design box and open up
the cover.
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To close: push the cover closed.
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