Operation
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protect them from any damage caused by
fluctuations in voltage.
Use suitable straps to secure heavy ob-
Note
jects.
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Air circulation in the vehicle helps reduce
During sudden manoeuvres or accidents,
fogging of the windows. Used air escapes
through ventilation slits in the side trim of
the luggage compartment. Ensure that the
ventilation slots are never covered.
loose objects can be thrown forward, injur-
ing vehicle occupants or passers-by. This
increased risk of injury will be further in-
creased if a loose object is struck by an in-
flating airbag. If this happens, objects may
shoot outward like a missile. Risk of fatal in-
jury.
Storing objects
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Straps for securing the load to the fas-
tening rings are commercially available
from accessory shops.
Loading the luggage compartment
All luggage and other loose objects must be
safely secured in the luggage compartment.
Unsecured objects which shift back and forth
could impair the driving safety or driving
characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the
centre of gravity.
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Please note that the centre of gravity
may shift when transporting heavy objects;
this may affect vehicle handling and lead
to an accident. Therefore, it is essential to
adjust your speed and driving style ac-
cordingly, to avoid accidents.
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Distribute the load evenly in the luggage
compartment.
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Never exceed the allowed axle weights or
allowed maximum weight. If said weights
are exceeded, the driving characteristics of
the vehicle may change, leading to acci-
dents, injuries and damage to the vehicle.
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Place heavy objects as far forward as pos-
sible in the luggage compartment.
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Place the heavy objects first.
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Never leave your vehicle unattended, es-
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Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening
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pecially when the rear lid is open. Children
could climb into the luggage compartment,
closing the door behind them; they will be
trapped and run the risk of death.
WARNING
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Never allow children to play in or around
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Loose luggage and other objects in the
the vehicle. Close and lock all the doors
and the rear lid when you leave the vehicle.
Before you lock the vehicle, make sure that
there are no adults or children in the vehi-
cle.
luggage compartment could cause serious
injuries.
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Always stow objects in the luggage com-
partment and secure them on the fastening
rings.
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