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Securing cargo
Securing cargo
Stow and secure the cargo as described;
otherwise it may present a danger to the occu‐
pants, e.g., during braking and evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
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Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐
taining straps or draw straps.
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Larger and heavy objects: secure with
cargo straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining straps or
draw straps to the lashing eyes in the trunk.
Roof-mounted luggage rack
Note
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Roof drip rail with flaps
The anchorage points are located in the roof
drip rail above the doors.
Fold the cover outward.
Loading
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center
of gravity when loaded, they have a major ef‐
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Loading
fect on vehicle handling and steering re‐
sponse.
Therefore, note the following when loading
and driving:
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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.
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Distribute the roof load uniformly.
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The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.
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Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.
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Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., tie
with ratchet straps.
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Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.
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Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
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