Cupholders
Notes
Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the
increased danger of injury in an accident.◄
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable containers
into the cupholders. This may result in damage.◄
Front

Storage compartment in the front cupholder
Use the inserts for the cupholder as an additional storage compartment. Place the inserts into the cupholder and snap them in place.
Only use the storage compartment for small objects such as keys.
Rear
In the center armrest.

Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after the other.
Pushing back the covers
Push back the covers before folding up the
center armrest; otherwise, the cupholder could
become damaged.◄
See also:
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the marked covers:
1. Front airbags
2. Coupe: head airbags
3. Side airbags in the seat backrests
4. Convertible: knee airbags
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the Integral Active Steering.
The warning lamp lights up. A Check
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