256 Ge nera l inform ation
Gross Axle Weight Rating
The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maxim um
load that can be applied at each axle of the
vehicle ~ &..
Vehicle capacity weight
The vehicle capac ity we ight (max . load) is list -
ed eithe r on the driver's side B-pillar or inside
the fuel filler flap.
Roof weight
The maximum perm iss ible roof we ight is 165
lb (75 kg). The roof we ight is made up of the
weight of the roof rack system and the weight
of the object bei ng transpo rted
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Loading the roof rack.
A WARNING
- The actual Gross Axle Weight Rating at
the front and rear axles sho uld not ex-
ceed the perm iss ible weights, and their
combination must not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating .
- Exceeding permissible weight ratings can
result in vehicle damage, accidents and
personal injury.
(D Note
- The vehicle capacity weight figures app ly
when the load is distrib uted evenly in the
vehicle (passengers and luggage) . When
transporting a heavy load in the luggage
compartment , carry the load as nea r to
the rea r axle as possib le so that the vehi-
cle's handling is not impa ired .
- Do not exceed the maximum permissible
axle loads or the max imum gross vehicl e
weig ht . Always remembe r that the vehi-
cle's handling will be affected by t he ex-
tra load . Therefore, adjust your speed ac-
cordingly.
- Always obse rve local reg ulations.
Dimensions
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The spe cifications refer to the basi c model.
Differen ces may occur depe nding on the mod-
el type and options orde red, for example , tire
sizes.
(D Note
When driving up steep ramps, on rough
roads, over curbs, etc. it is important to re-
member that some parts of your vehicle,
such as spo ilers or exhaust system compo-
nents, may be close to the ground . Be
careful not to damage them .
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