Roof rack
General
Fitting only possible with roof railing.
Roof racks are available as special equipment.
Safety note
WARNING
When driving with a roof load, for example with
a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity can
mean that driving safety is no longer guaran‐
teed in critical driving situations. There is a risk
of accident or material damage. Do not deacti‐
vate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driv‐
ing with a roof load.
Fitting
Follow the installation instructions for the roof
rack.
Make sure that there is sufficient space to raise
and open the glass sunroof.
Loads
A loaded roof rack alters the vehicle's road be‐
haviour and steering response by shifting its cen‐
tre of gravity.
When loading and driving, bear the following in
mind:
▷ Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle
loads or the permitted gross weight.
▷ Make sure that there is sufficient space to
raise and open the glass sunroof.
▷ Distribute the roof load evenly.
▷ The roof load must not be spread over a large
area.
▷ Place heavy items of luggage at the bottom.
▷ Securely fasten the luggage, for example with
tensioning straps.
▷ Do not allow objects to protrude into the
swing range of the tailgate.
▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden accelera‐
tion, braking or cornering.
Rear luggage rack
Principle
The ball linkage of the trailer tow hitch can be
used as a mount for rear luggage racks; for ex‐
ample bicycle rack systems.
General
Rear luggage racks that have been classified as
suitable by the vehicle manufacturer are available
as special equipment.
Bicycle rack systems for up to three bicycles can
be used.
Fitting
Follow the installation instructions for the rear
luggage rack.
Loads
The permitted gross weight of the rear luggage
rack when loaded depends on how far its centre
of gravity is from the ball linkage.
▷ If the centre of gravity is up to 30 cm, 11.8 in
from the ball linkage, the gross weight of the
rear luggage rack must not exceed
75 kg/165 lbs.
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