Tie-downs
Fig. 116 In the luggage compartment: Tie-downs.
ꢀPlease first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
There are tie-downs in the front and rear of the luggage compartment, which you can use to secure
luggage or other items ⇒ꢀfig. 116 (arrows).
Elastic straps can snap back towards you if they are not properly attached ⇒ꢀ
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If you use elastic straps to secure items in the luggage compartment, be sure to fist securely attach
them to the tie-downs just behind the rear seat backrest first and then to the and then to the tie-downs
at the loading edge of the luggage compartment.
Remove the hooks from the tie-downs in the reverse order described above, first from the tie-downs at
the loading edge and then from the tie-downs behind the rear seat backrest so that if the hooks come
loose suddenly, they will move away from you.
WARNING
Unsuitable, worn, or damaged tie-down straps (elastic or non-elastic) can snap or come loose
during braking or other maneuvers or in a collision. Objects secured with these straps can
then come loose and fly through the passenger compartment, causing severe personal
injuries or death.
ꢀ To help prevent baggage or other items from coming loose and flying around, always use
suitable undamaged tie-down straps.
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Securely fasten the tie-down straps to the tie-downs.
Loose or improperly secured objects in the luggage compartment can slide about
suddenly and change the vehicle's handling.
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Secure even small and light objects. Loose objects in the luggage or passenger
compartment can fly about during sudden braking maneuvers or in the event of an accident
and injure occupants.
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Never exceed the maximum allowable load on the tie-downs when securing objects.
Never secure a child seat to the tie-downs.
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