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There is risk of injuries and risk of property
damage.
▷ Do not use the variable cargo floor panel to
separate the cargo area and vehicle interior
in the sense of a partition net.
▷ Only use the variable cargo floor in the
folded-up position when the backrests are
folded up and locked.
▷ Always secure cargo against shifting, using
straps, belts and lashing eyes, for exam‐
ple.◀
Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel up‐
ward.
Fold up the cargo floor panel. You've reached
the maximum cargo height.
MINI Picnic Bench
Concept
The MINI Picnic Bench provides a comfortable
seating surface on the loading lip of the vehicle.
General information
Only use the MINI Picnic Bench while the vehi‐
cle is parked and with the tailgate open. When
the MINI Picnic Bench is not in use, fold it to‐
gether to prevent soiling and damage.
In vehicles with a no-touch opening and closing
tailgate:
If the remote control is in the sensor area, the
tailgate can be opened or closed inadvertently
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Cargo area
by an unconscious or alleged recognized foot
movement.
The sensor has an approximate range of
5 ft/1.50 m extending from the rear of the vehi‐
cle.
Safety information
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operat‐
ing the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the tailgate
is clear during opening and
Overview
The MINI Picnic Bench is located on the under‐
side of the cargo area floor.
Mounting
1. Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel
upward.
2. Place the MINI Picnic Bench on the part of
the cargo area floor that is folded over and
attach it using the four snaps.
3. Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor
downward.
CONTROLS
closing.◀
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