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if available, use a load protection net to
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secure the load (
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use tie-down eyes and fastening components
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which are suitable for the weight and size of
the load.
Always observe the operating instructions of the
respective manufacturer when using suitable load
securing aids or lashing material and the notes
on their expiration dates.
Do not use load securing aids or lashing material
if:
there is missing or illegible identification
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there is cord breakage or damage to load-
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bearing seams or other traces of cracking
there are cuts, holes, deformations, crushed
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areas or other damage
there is damage to clamping elements or fas‐
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teners
These types of load securing aids or lashing
materials are worn out; they should not be used
and must be replaced. If you use load securing
aids and lashing materials that are ready to be
discarded, the load is not secured sufficiently.
If the luggage compartment floor or loading area
are damaged in the event of an accident, have
the tie-down eyes and the lashing material
checked at a specialist workshop.
Even if you adhere to all the loading guidelines,
an increased load increases the risk of injury in
the event of an accident. Always observe the
notes on securing loads (
distribution (
page 275).
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Also observe the safety information on the carrier
systems (
page 281).
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Before loading
Check and, when necessary, adjust the tyre pres‐
sure (
page 316).
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When loading
Observe the following when loading the vehicle:
Never exceed the permissible axle load or the
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vehicle's permissible gross mass.
page 278).
page 276) and load
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The vehicle's kerb weight is increased if
accessories or optional equipment are fitted.
This reduces the maximum payload.
Observe the notes on load distribution
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(
page 275).
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Observe the notes on load securing
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(
page 276) and the legal requirements of
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the country in which you are currently driving.
After loading
Observe the following after loading the vehicle:
Check that the luggage and/or load is secure
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before every journey and at regular intervals
on long trips.
Close all doors and the tailgate.
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Adjust the range of the headlamps according
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to the vehicle load (
Adjust the tyre pressure according to the
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vehicle load (
page 316).
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Adapt your driving style according to the vehi‐
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cle load.
Load distribution
* NOTE Damage to the floor covering due
to uneven loading
Excessive point loading on the load compart‐
ment floor or on the load area can negatively
affect the driving characteristics and could
damage the floor covering.
Distribute the load evenly. When doing
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so, ensure that the overall centre of
gravity of the load is always as low and
close to the centre as possible and
between the axles near the rear axle.
Observe the following notes:
Always transport loads in the load compart‐
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ment and with the seat backrests folded up
and properly locked in position.
Always place the load against the front or rear
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seat backrests.
Move large and heavy loads as far as possible
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towards the front of the vehicle in the direc‐
tion of travel, against the front or rear seats.
Stow loads flush with the rear or front seats.
Additionally secure the load with suitable load
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securing aids or lashing material.
The load must not protrude above the upper
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edge of the seat backrests.
Transporting 275
page 106).
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