05 Loading and storage
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Cover sharp edges with something soft to
avoid damaging the upholstery.
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Loading - long load
Related information
Safety net* (p. 163)
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To simplify loading (p. 159) in the cargo area,
the rear seat backrest can be folded down.
The passenger seat2 backrest can also be
folded for an extra long load*.
Secure all loads to the load retaining eye-
lets with straps or web lashings.
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Loading - long load (p. 160)
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Roof load (p. 161)
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WARNING
Lowering the rear seat backrest
If the rear seat backrest needs to be lowered,
see Seats, rear (p. 87).
A loose object weighing 20 kg can, in a
frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h
(30 mph) carry the impact of an item
weighing 1000 kg.
WARNING
The protection provided by the inflatable
curtain in the headlining may be compro-
mised or eliminated by high loads.
Never load cargo above the backrest.
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WARNING
Always secure the load. During heavy
braking the load may otherwise shift, caus-
ing injury to the car's occupants.
Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with
something soft.
Switch off the engine and apply the park-
ing brake when loading/unloading long
items. Otherwise you may accidentally
knock the gear lever or gear selector with
the load into a drive position - and the car
could then move off.
2
Only applies to comfort seats.
160
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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