Caddy California -> Removing and fitting the bed frame for Your Volkswagen Caddy SUV Fifth Generation (2020-2025)

The backrests on the second row of seats must always be in place while the vehicle is in motion.  
NOTICE  
Always position the bed with the side supports in the mounts on the hinge posts. Otherwise the bed could be  
damaged under strain.  
The bed is designed for a maximum load of  
200 kg.  
Removing and fitting the bed frame  
Fig. 1 Removing the bed frame.  
The bed frame and bed can be removed when not in use.  
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that you install and remove the bed frame with the help of a second  
person.  
Removing the bed frame  
Open the boot lid (→ Boot lid).  
If necessary, remove the stowage pocket for the camping chairs and the folding table (→ Storage pocket for table  
and chairs).  
If necessary, fold up the bed (→ Bed). The bed must be folded up and secured.  
Unlock the four release mechanisms on the left and right of the bed frame→ Fig. 1.  
Lift the bed frame upwards out of the side mounts.  
Lift the bed frame rearwards out of the luggage compartment→  
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Installing the bed frame  
Lift the bed frame into the luggage compartment.  
Set the bed frame on the side mounts and engage securely.  
Check that the bed frame is engaged securely→  
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If necessary, attach the stowage pocket for the camping chairs and table to the frame.  
Close the boot lid.  
WARNING  
The bed frame is heavy and can cause serious injuries due to its weight.  
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Before removing the bed frame, please consider whether you are physically able to lift it.  
If necessary, remove and install the bed frame with the help of a second person.  
WARNING  
The bed frame could become detached in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or in an accident if is  
not securely engaged.  
Make sure that the catches are engaged securely after installation.  
NOTICE  
Never use the installed bed frame together with the luggage compartment cover .  
Ventilation grille  
The ventilation grille ensures for an optimum air circulation and should therefore always be used when you sleep  
overnight in the vehicle.  
The ventilation grille may only be used when the vehicle is stationary . Always make sure that you remove the  
ventilation grille before driving away.  
Installation is the same on both the left-hand and right-hand sides.  
Fitting the ventilation grille  
Fig. 1 Unfold the ventilation grille.  
Fig. 2 In the left door: attaching the ventilation grille.  
Take the ventilation grille out of the luggage compartment.  
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