with your hand until the fastening straps
are released.
X
Open cover ;.
X
Store the side bars as shown (observe
markings L and R on the side bars and the
stowage compartment for the left and right
side bars):
:
Side bar, front left
;
Side bar, rear left
=
Side bar, front right
?
Side bar, rear right
X
Close the cover.
The cover must audibly engage.
X
Secure both fastening straps with ten-
sioner : on rear detent ;.
The red surfaces at the side must no longer
be visible. An audible click can be heard
upon engaging.
X
Close the tailgate.
X
If the tailgate does not close properly,
check if the side bars have been stored as
specified.
Fitting the side bars
G
WARNING
If the side bars are incorrectly mounted
they may become loose during the journey
and endanger other road users. There is a
risk of accident and injury.
Mount the side bars as described.
X
Open the doors and tailgate.
X
Release the fastening straps on the stow-
age space and guide the locking mecha-
nism with your hand until the fastening
straps are released.
X
Open the cover.
X
Remove the side bars.
X
Insert the side bar from the stowage com-
partment marked L on the left side at the
front end :.
X
Press down rear end of side bar ; until it
engages twice.
X
Fit the side bar from the stowage compart-
ment marked R on the right-hand side.
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