Opel COMBO - Driving with an open load compartment

Keys, doors and windows 17
9 Warning
The rear lights may be obscured if
the rear doors are open and the
vehicle is parked on the roadside.
Make other road users aware of
the vehicle, by using a warning
triangle or other equipment
specified in the road traffic
regulations.
The doors are retained in the 90º
position by locking stays. To open the
doors to 180º, push the latch and
swing open to the desired position.
Before closing the doors ensure that
the locking stays are in the 90º
position.
9 Warning
Ensure extended opening doors
are secured when fully opened.
Opened doors may slam closed
due to the force of the wind!
Always close the right hand door
before the left hand door.
Central locking system 3 9.
Driving with an open load
compartment
In exceptional cases only, it is
possible to drive with the right-hand
rear door open, e.g. if long objects
need to be transported. Open the left-
hand followed by the right-hand rear
door, then close the left-hand rear
door and lock it.
9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless
and could be fatal if inhaled.
When driving with an open load
compartment, exhaust gases
could enter the vehicle. Open the
windows.
Note
Do not use the left-hand rear door to
hold objects in place.
If possible, secure objects with
lashing straps attached to lashing
eyes 3 69.