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If the vehicle is not approved for use with a roof carrier, do not use or retrofit a roof carrier.
WARNING
When transporting heavy or bulky items on the roof carrier, the vehicle handling will
change due to the shift in the centre of gravity and increased susceptibility to crosswinds.
• Always secure loads properly using suitable and undamaged securing straps.
• Cargo that is large, heavy, bulky, long or flat will have a negative effect on the vehicle
aerodynamics, centre of gravity and overall handling.
• Avoid abrupt and sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
• Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
WARNING
A roof carrier that has not been approved for the vehicle or a roof carrier that is fitted to a
vehicle that is not approved for use with a roof carrier may cause accidents or injuries.
• Use only roof carriers that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type.
• Never use a roof carrier on a vehicle that has not been approved for use with a roof
carrier.
• A roof carrier that is fitted nevertheless may become loose whilst the vehicle is in
motion and fall from the vehicle roof.
NOTICE
Securing a roof carrier of any kind to a vehicle that is not approved for use with a roof
carrier may lead to severe damage to the vehicle.
Securing a roof carrier
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Introduction
Special roof carriers must be used to transport luggage, bicycles, skis, surfboards or boats safely
. Suitable accessories are available from your Volkswagen dealership.
Attaching roof bars and load carrier system (vehicles with roof railings)
Mount roof bars to the roof railing according to the installation instructions provided.
Once you have fitted the base carrier bars, you can then secure the respective carrier system on
them.
WARNING
Incorrectly attaching and using the roof bars and load carrier could cause the whole roof
carrier system to fall off the roof. This could cause accidents and injuries.
• Only use roof bars and load carrier systems when they are undamaged and fitted
correctly.
• Always fit roof bars and load carriers correctly. Always observe the installation
instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Attach the roof bars only at the specified mounting points.
• Special roof carriers for items such as bicycles, skis, surfboards, etc. should always be
properly installed. Always observe the installation instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
• Check that the roof carrier is secured before starting your journey and tighten as
necessary after driving a short distance. During a long trip, check all bolts and
fasteners at each stop.
• Do not carry out any changes or repairs to the roof bars or the load carrier system.
Loading the roof carrier
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Introduction
Maximum permissible roof load
The maximum permitted roof load is 75 kg.
The roof load limit refers to the combined weight of the roof carrier and the load carried on the roof
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