Mini COOPER S COUNTRYMAN Owner's Manual page 172

CONTROLS
2. Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on
the left and right.
Installing
1. Slide the cargo cover forward horizontally
into the two side brackets until it audibly
engages.
2. Attach the left and right retaining straps at
the tailgate.
Storage compartments in
the cargo area
Side storage compartments, left and
right
Storage compartments are located on the left
and right sides.
Multi-function hook
WARNING
Improper use of the multi-function hooks
can lead to a risk of objects flying about during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk
of injury and risk of property damage. Only
hang lightweight objects, e.g., shopping bags,
from the multi-function hooks. Only transport
heavy luggage in the cargo area if it has been
appropriately secured.◀
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Cargo area
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The cargo area contains two multi-function
hooks.
Retaining strap
A retaining strap is available on the left side
trim for fastening small objects.
Enlarging the cargo
area
Concept
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
cargo area can be enlarged as follows:
▷ The rear seat backrests in the rear can be
folded down.
▷ The rear seat backrests in the rear can be
moved into an upright loading position us‐
ing the cargo setting.
General information
The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of
40–20–40. The side rear seat backrests and the
center section can be folded down separately.
The rear seat backrests can be folded down
from the rear.
Safety information
WARNING
Danger of jamming with folding down the
backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Make sure that the area of