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Before the journey
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The roof rail and rear ladder are design elements first and foremost ("nature"
design package).
The roof rail is not suitable for transporting roof loads.
The rear ladder can be used to access the roof of the vehicle for easier
cleaning.
3.8.6 Bike rack (special equipment)
Front bike rack The bike rack is attached to the struts of the drawbar with the installation mate-
rial.
Fig. 11 Roof rail Fig. 12 Rear ladder
X Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross
weight when loading the bike rack.
X Do not fall below the minimum nose weight.
X Bicycles may protrude at the side by a maximum of 40 cm, measured
from the outer edge of the tail lights. However, a total width of 2.5 m must
not be exceeded. Adjust the attachments for the bikes accordingly. The
lateral overhang must be marked with a red flag.
X Load the bike rack with bicycles only (max. two units).
X Fasten bicycles using the straps provided and check to see that they are
secure after you have driven a few kilometres.
X Check the secure attachment of the bicycles on the bike rack after the
first 10 km and then at each break in the journey.
X Do not use the bike rack as luggage rack or ladder.
Z The bike rack is only to be used for transporting bicycles.
Z The gross weight specified by the manufacturer must not be exceeded.
Z The identification plate and rear lights must not be covered.
Z The maximum permissible payload of the bike rack is 35 kg.
Z When loading the bike rack, observe the centre of gravity. If the bike rack
is only loaded with one bicycle, position the bicycle as closely as possible
to the vehicle wall.
Z Driving with a folded out bike rack without bicycles is not permitted.
Z Before every journey, check:
Is the bike rack without bicycles folded in correctly?
Are the bicycles securely fastened to the bike rack using the bike rack
belts?
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