A
the rail of the last bicycle carrier must not exceed 500 mm → Fig. 1
B
. For bicycle carrier systems with three
bicycles, 700 mm → Fig. 1
must not be exceeded.
WARNING
Incorrect use of a rear carrier system mounted on the ball coupling of the towing bracket can cause accidents and
injuries.
● Make sure that the rear carrier system is suitable for use on your vehicle.
● Always read and follow the installation instructions provided by the rear carrier system manufacturer.
● Never secure a rear carrier system to the ball neck under the coupling ball. The rear carrier system could slip out
of position due to the shape of the ball neck.
NOTICE
Considerable vehicle damage could occur if the maximum permitted payload specified in the manufacturer’s
assembly instructions or the overhang is exceeded.
● Never exceed the values stated in the installation instructions.
Remove as many add-on parts as possible from the rear carrier system before setting off. This includes, for
example, bicycle bags and baskets, child seats or batteries. This helps improve the rear carrier system’s wind
load and centre of gravity.
Introduction
Depending on the model, the vehicle may be designed for fitting a roof load carrier.
Roof load carriers can be used to transport bulky items on the roof of the vehicle.
Please contact a suitably qualified workshop if you are unsure whether a roof load carrier can be fitted to your
vehicle.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends the use of Volkswagen Genuine Parts or Volkswagen Genuine
Accessories, which you can purchase from your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership
Do not use or retrofit a roof load carrier if the vehicle isnot approved for use with a roof load carrier.
Roof carriers cannot be fitted on vehicles that also have additional lighting factory-fitted on the vehicle roof.
WARNING
When transporting heavy or bulky objects on the roof load carrier, the way the vehicle handles will change due to a
shift in the centre of gravity and increased susceptibility to crosswinds.
● Always secure loads properly using suitable and undamaged lashing, retaining or securing straps.
● Cargo that is large, heavy, bulky, long or flat will have a negative effect on the vehicle aerodynamics, centre of
gravity and overall handling.
● Avoid abrupt and sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
● Ensure that your speed and driving style are always appropriate for the current visibility, weather and road/traffic
conditions.
WARNING
Fitting a roof load carrier that has not been approved for the vehicle or fitting a roof load carrier to a vehicle that is
not approved for use with a roof load carrier can cause accidents and injuries.
● Use only roof load carriers that have been approved for the vehicle.
● Never fit a roof load carrier on a vehicle that has not been approved for use with a roof load carrier. If you fit a
roof load carrier to such vehicles, it may work loose whilst the vehicle is in motion and fall off the vehicle roof.
NOTICE
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