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Transporting -> Towing a trailer for Your Volkswagen Up 4 Door First Generation (2011-2019)

Ensure that you know the weight of the mounts, roof carrier system and the items to be transported  
on the roof - weigh them if necessary. Never exceed the maximum permissible roof load.  
However, if you are using a carrier system with a lower weight rating, you will not be able to carry  
the maximum roof load. In this case, do not exceed the maximum weight limit for the load carrier  
system which is listed in the fitting instructions.  
Distributing the load  
Distribute the load evenly and secure it correctly ⇒  
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Checking the fittings  
After the mounts and load carrier have been attached, check the bolted connections and fastenings  
once you have travelled a short distance and then at regular intervals.  
WARNING  
Accidents and vehicle damage can occur if the maximum permitted roof load is exceeded.  
Never exceed the quoted roof load, the maximum permissible axle loads, and the  
permissible gross vehicle weight for the vehicle.  
Do not exceed the weight rating of the roof carrier system, even if the maximum roof load  
has not been reached.  
Secure heavy objects as far forwards as possible and distribute the load evenly.  
WARNING  
Loose and incorrectly secured loads could fall off the load carrier and cause accidents and  
injuries.  
Always use suitable and undamaged securing straps.  
Secure loads properly.  
Towing a trailer  
Information on towing  
The vehicle is not approved for towing a trailer. The vehicle is not factory-fitted with a towing  
bracket and a towing bracket cannot be retrofitted.  
WARNING  
Fitting a towing bracket on the vehicle while the vehicle is in operation can lead to accidents  
and cause serious injuries.  
Never fit a towing bracket on the vehicle.  
The bracket could be released from the vehicle during the journey.  
NOTICE  
Fitting towing brackets of any kind can lead to serious vehicle damage.  
Practical equipment  
Stowage area  
Introduction  
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:  
⇒ Stowage compartment on the driver side  
⇒ Stowage compartment in the front centre console  
⇒ Stowage compartment with cover on the front passenger side  
⇒ Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side  
⇒ Stowage compartment in the rear centre console  
⇒ Other stowage areas  
Only use stowage compartments to stow light or smaller objects.  
Additional information and warnings:  
Cleaning and caring for the interior ⇒ Cleaning and caring for the interior  
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