All luggage and other objects must be safely secured in the luggage compartment. To maintain safe handling on the road, please observe the following points:
Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment.
Place heavy items as far forward as possible in the luggage compartment.
Secure items of luggage to the fastening rings with non-elastic straps.
- Loose objects can be flung around in the passenger compartment in the event of sudden driving or braking manoeuvres - risk of accident! Always stow objects safely in the luggage compartment and secure them on the fastening rings. Use suitable securing straps when transporting heavy objects.
- Transporting heavy objects may affect the vehicle s handling by shifting the centre of gravity – this could cause an accident. Take extra care when driving and adjust your speed accordingly.
- Never exceed the maximum axle loads or the maximum gross weight for the vehicle link►.
- Never leave your vehicle unattended when the boot lid is open. Children could climb into the boot and close the boot lid from the inside. In this case the child would be unable to get out of the vehicle without help. This could have fatal consequences.
- Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Always close and lock the boot lid and all the doors when you leave the vehicle.
- Never let passengers ride in the luggage compartment. All occupants must be properly restrained by the seat belts at all times link►.
CAUTION
Please note that hard objects could chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
- The tyre pressures must be adjusted according to the load the vehicle is carrying link►.
- Securing straps are available from specialist retailers.