2003 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 173

Controls in detail Loading Removing partition net Lift tensioner upward to a horizontal position to release tensioning of strap. Disengage tie down hooks from rings. Remove partition net from holders. Storing partition net Roll up partition net and secure it. 3 Lift tensioner 4 Tie down 5 Hook 6 Ring Lift tensioner 3 must point in the direction of the cargo compartment. Set the length of tie downs 4 and lift tensioner 3 to the rings 6. Insert tie down hooks 5 in rings 6. Pull loose ends of tie downs 4 until net is tight. After driving a short distance, check the tension of the partition net, retighten if necessary. Store partition net behind rear seat bench. The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity weight indicated on the certification label which can be found on the left door pillar. The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Loading instructions 173