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and gear selector, or hinder the
Mounting Roof Rack With Rail
freedom of movement of the driver. Do
not place any unsecured objects in the
interior.
● Do not drive with an open load
compartment.
● The payload is the difference between
the permitted gross vehicle weight (see
identification plate ðpage165 ) and the
EC kerb weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes weights
for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg)
and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and accessories
increase the kerb weight.
Markings at the roof rails indicate where
the roof rack is to be installed.
● Heavy objects in the load compartment
should be placed against the seat
backrests. Make sure that the
backrests are securely engaged
ðpage37 . If objects can be stacked,
heavier objects should be placed at the
bottom.
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● Driving with a roof load increases the
sensitivity of the vehicle to cross-winds
and has a detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's higher
centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and secure
it properly with retaining straps. Adjust
the tyre pressure and vehicle speed
according to the load conditions. Check
and retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than about 74 mph.
The permissible roof load is 60 kg. The
roof load is the combined weight of the
roof rack and the load.
Warning
● Prevent sliding of loose objects by
securing them with straps attached to
the lashing eyes ðpage38 .
Always make sure that the load in the
vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and cause
personal injury or damage to the load
or car.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above
the upper edge of the backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load
compartment cover or the cluster, and
do not cover the sensor on top of the
instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking brake
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