Practical information
In the event of loading a 7-seat model
(not exceeding 40 cm in height) on the
roof, do not exceed the following loads:
– Three transverse bars bolted to the roof:
100 kg.
► Ensure that the roof bars or the roof rack are
correctly fitted (by shaking them).
The bars are adaptable for each fixing point.
Cooling of the engine when stopped
The engine cooling fan may start after
the engine has been switched off.
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the fan!
Bonnet
– An aluminium rack: 70 kg.
– A steel rack: 65 kg.
Stop & Start
Opening
► Open the left-hand front door.
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any
risk of the engine restarting automatically.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan
or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
As a safety measure and to avoid
damaging the roof, it is essential to use
the roof bars and racks approved for your
vehicle.
Observe the instructions on fitting and use
contained in the guide supplied with the roof
bars and racks.
The location of the interior bonnet
release lever prevents the bonnet being
opened when the left-hand front door is
closed.
► Pull the interior release lever, located at the
bottom of the door frame, towards you.
► Lift the exterior safety catch and raise the
bonnet.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay
with care (risk of burns), using the protected
area.
When the bonnet is open, take care not to
damage the safety catch.
To fit the transverse roof bars or a roof rack, use
the fixing points provided for this purpose:
► Remove the fixing covers installed on the
vehicle.
► Put each fixing in place and lock them on the
roof one by one.
Do not open the bonnet under very windy
conditions.
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