& WARNING !continued)
the rear lid is closed or if a crash occurs. Always make sure that
rear seat passengers cannot be struck when the rear lid is closed.
• When the rear backrest is folded down do not allow passengers
to occupy the load surfac.e available while the vehicle is in motion .
Vehicle occupants must always be properly restrained.
• Never store any heavy, hard objects on the rear lid cover. This
can be hazardous for rear seat occupants if the rear lid is opened
or if the vehicle is braked suddenly or in the event of a crash.
• Loose items inside the passenger compartment, can fly
forward in a crash or sudden maneuver and injure occupants.
Always store articles in the luggage compartment and use the
fastening eyes, especially when the rear seat backs have been
folded down.
• Read and heed all WARNINGS=>
page 120, "Proper seating
positions for passengers in rear seats". •
Rear window shelf
You can place light articles of clothing on the rear
window shelf behind the seatback.
& WARNING
Whenever you are driving, do not leave any hard objects on the
rear window shelf or allow your pet to sit on the shelf. These could
become a hazard for vehicle occupants in the event of sudden
braking or a crash!
[ i J Tips
• A vent slot is located between the shelf and the rear window. Do
not block the vent with any items you may place on th e rear window
shelf.
Controls and equip-
ment
Seats and storage
• Do not place bulky items on the rear window shelf as they would
restrict or block the driver's vision through the rear view mirror. •
Luggage compartment
Expanding the luggage compartment
You can increase the available luggage space by folding
the rear seatback down.
Tilting the seat back forward
Fig. 68 Unlocking lever
of the backrest (left
side)
Press the lever ~ fig . 68 in the direction of the arrow.
Tilt the seat back forward.
Returning the seat back to its original position
- Tilt the seat back until it latches securely ~ & .
You can fold down both parts of the seatback either separately or
together to increase the size of the luggage compartment.
Stowing luggage
Follow instruction => page 123.
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