Turn off the engine before opening the
tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate
open.
The handling
characteristics of a laden vehi-
cle are dependent on the distribution of the
load within the vehicle.
Observe the following loading guidelines
when loading and transporting luggage and
loads:
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never exceed the maximum permissible
gross mass or the permissible axle loads
for the vehicle (including occupants).
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the load compartment is the preferred
place to stow objects.
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stow heavy loads as far forwards and as low
down in the load compartment as possible.
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the load must not protrude above the upper
edge of the seat backrests.
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always place the load against the rear or
front seat backrests. Make sure that the
seat backrests are securely locked in
place.
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always transport the load behind unoccu-
pied seats if possible.
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secure the load and luggage suitably.
Opening the boot
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The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above
and behind the tailgate.
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Press the % button on the key.
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Press button :.
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Fold the tailgate up.
Closing the boot
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Pull the tailgate down and close.
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Press the & button on the key.
The vehicle is locked.
Using lashing eyelets
To prevent damage, observe the following:
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Secure the load using lashing eyelets :.
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Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets
evenly.
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Do not use elastic straps or nets.
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Pad any sharp edges.
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Folding the rear seat backrest forward
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WARNING
If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat
backrest are not engaged they could fold
forwards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in
the event of an accident.
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The vehicle occupant would thereby be
pushed into the seat belt by the rear
bench
seat/rear
seat or by the seat back-
rest. The seat belt cannot protect as
intended and could result in additional
injury.
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Objects or loads in the boot/luggage
compartment cannot be restrained by the
seat backrest.
This poses an increased risk of injury.
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