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WARNING

The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects

stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during

sudden braking.

Caution

When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that

the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they

cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.

Applies to vehicles: with folding backrests

Locking the backrest

–Turn the key ⇒ fig. 91 to the right to lock the backrest.

– Turn the key to the left to unlock the backrest.

When the backrest is properly engaged in its upright position, the

release handle can be locked and unlocked with the key. This

prevents unauthorised access to the luggage compartment from

inside the vehicle.

Caution

When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that

the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they

cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.

Storage shelf

The storage shelf behind the rear backrest should only be

used to store light articles of clothing.

WARNING

Do not store any heavy or hard objects on the storage shelf. They

could cause injury if the brakes are applied suddenly.

Caution

Please note that hard objects could chafe against the wires of the

heating element in the rear window and cause damage.

Note

Make sure that the slots between the rear window and the storage

shelf are kept clear to ensure unimpaired ventilation.

Fig. 91 Locking the

backrest

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Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data

Applies to vehicles: with load-through hatch

Load-through hatch

You can use the load-through hatch and bag to transport

objects safely inside the vehicle.

Opening the load-through hatch

– In the passenger compartment, pull down the centre rear

armrest.

– Pull the release catch ⇒ fig. 92 -arrow- and fold the cover

of the load-through hatch down into the passenger

compartment.

– Open the boot lid.

– Working from the luggage compartment, push the bag

through the opening.

– Secure the bag ⇒ page 83.

Closing the load-through hatch

– Open the boot lid.

– Take the bag out of the load-through hatch.

– Fold the cover of the load-through hatch back up from

inside the vehicle until it engages.

– Fold up the centre armrest again if desired.

– Close the boot lid.

WARNING

Loose objects must be transported in the bag, as the bag can be

secured. Individual objects cannot be secured - Risk of accident!

Note

• You can also open the load-through hatch from the luggage

compartment. Press down the release catch and push the cover

forwards.

• The load-through hatch can be locked and unlocked from inside

the vehicle using the emergency key ⇒ fig. 92.

Applies to vehicles: with load-through hatch

Securing the transport bag

The transport bag must be secured in the luggage

compartment.

Fig. 92 In the rear seat:

Opening the lid of the

load-through hatch

Fig. 93 Luggage

compartment:

Securing the bag

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Securing the bag in the luggage compartment

– Two belts with hooks are attached to the bottom side of

the bag. Engage the hooks into the rear fastening rings

in the luggage compartment ⇒ page 83, fig. 93.

Securing the objects in the bag

– Pull the free end of the belt tight to secure it ⇒ fig. 94.

Note

If the bag is damp or wet, allow it to dry before putting it away.

Roof carrier

Description

Additional loads can be transported using the roof carrier.

Note the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:

• The rain channels are moulded into the roof as part of the aero-

dynamic roof design. It is therefore not possible to mount conven-

tional roof luggage racks. We recommend using the carrier units

from the range of Audi Genuine accessories.

• These carrier units form the basic elements of a complete roof

carrier system. Special fixtures must then be added in order to

safely transport luggage, bicycles, skis, surf boards or boats on the

roof. All the elements of this system are available from Audi dealers.

Caution

Any damage to the vehicle caused by the use of other types of roof

rack or incorrect installation will not be covered by the factory

warranty. The roof carrier system must therefore be installed exactly

according to the instructions provided.

Attachment points

The roof carrier must be attached at the marked points

only.

Mounting

The front feet of the carrier units must be fitted exactly onto the

locating pins between the side frame and the roof frame trim

⇒ fig. 95. The pins come into view when you push the sealing lip

back off the roof frame trim using the tool supplied with the roof

carrier. The rear attachment points are marked by two small

arrows on the top edge of the side window.

Fig. 94 Securing the

objects in the bag

Fig. 95 Attachment

points for carrier units

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