Transporting and practical equipment
Transporting loads and practical equipment
Introduction
When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to
the shift in the centre of gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjus-
ted accordingly.
When transporting cargo, the following the instructions must be followed
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Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment and secure it, so that
it cannot slip.
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Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
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The tyre pressure must be adapted to the load.
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
WARNING
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Do not place anything on the dashboard. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic
–There is a risk of accident!
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Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
There is a risk of an accident!
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No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.
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For safety reasons, lockable storage compartments should be closed
while driving - there is a risk of injury from the opened lid or through the
loose objects in the compartment.
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Make sure no objects protrude from the storage compartments - There is
a risk of injury!
WARNING
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Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – There is a risk of an accident!
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An unsecured or improperly attached load could slip through the vehicle
during a sudden manoeuvre or in an accident - There is a risk of injury!
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Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
CAUTION
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Do not place any large or sharp objects in the storage compartments and
pockets - there is a risk of damage to the compartments and pockets.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective hooks, etc. –
these could be damaged.
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Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Storage compartments in the doors
Fig. 45
Storage compartments in the
front door
Read and observe and on page 45 first.
Storage compartments » fig. 45
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 1.5 l
Storage compartment
A
B
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