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108 Seats and stowing
Objects or items of luggage could be thrown
around and thereby hit vehicle occupants
when braking or abruptly changing direc‐
tions.
Only hang light objects on the bag
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hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
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objects on the bag hooks.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle
(
page 98).
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The bag hooks can bear a maximum load of
3 kg. Do not use them to secure a load.
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Bag hook
Attaching a roof rack
& WARNING Risk of injury if the maximum
roof load is exceeded
When you load the roof, the centre of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the usual driving
characteristics as well as the steering and
braking characteristics change. During cor‐
nering, the vehicle tilts more strongly and
may react more sluggishly to steering move‐
ments.
If you exceed the maximum roof load, the
driving characteristics, as well as the steer‐
ing and braking characteristics, will be
greatly impaired.
Always comply with the maximum roof
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load and adjust your driving style.
& WARNING Risk of injury if unsuitable
climbing aids are used
If you use vehicle body openings or add-on
parts as steps, the following can occur:
You may slip and/or fall.
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You may damage the vehicle and then
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fall.
Always use ‑non-slip, stable climbing
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aids, e.g. a suitable ladder.
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