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MINI 3 door (2016 year). Manual - part 9

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Interior equipment

World map with magnetic zones

Procedure

Procedure

1. Press and hold the control button for ap-

1. Make sure that there are no large metallic

prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set

objects or overhead power lines near the

compass zone appears in the mirror.

vehicle and that there is sufficient room to

drive around in a circle.

2. To change the zone setting, press the con-

trol button quickly and repeatedly until the

2. Set the currently applicable compass zone.

number of the compass zone that corre-

3. Press and hold the control button for ap-

sponds with your location appears in the

prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears on

mirror.

the display. Next, drive in a complete circle

The set zone is stored automatically. The com-

at least once at a speed of no more than

pass is ready for use again after approximately

4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is successful,

10 seconds.

the "C" is replaced by the points of the

compass.

Calibrating the digital compass

The digital compass must be calibrated in the

Left/right-hand steering

event of the following:

The digital compass is already set for right or

left-hand steering at the factory.

▷ The wrong compass point is displayed.

▷ The point of the compass displayed does

Setting the language

not change despite changing the direction

Press and hold the control button for approx.

of travel.

12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the control but-

▷ Not all points of the compass are displayed.

ton again to switch between English "E" and

German "O".

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Interior equipment

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Settings are stored automatically after approxi-

cigarette lighter falls down or is held against

mately 10 seconds.

the respective objects. There is a risk of fire and

injuries. Hold the cigarette lighter by its handle.

Make sure that children do not use the ciga-

rette lighter and do not burn themselves, e.g.,

Sun visor

by carrying the remote control with you when

exiting the vehicle.◀

Glare shield

Fold the sun visor down or up.

NOTE

If metal objects fall into the socket, they

Vanity mirror

can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of prop-

A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be-

erty damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or

hind a cover.

socket cover again after using the socket.◀

When the cover is opened, the mirror lighting

Push in the lighter.

switches on.

The lighter can be removed as

soon as it pops back out.

Ashtray/cigarette

lighter

Overview

Sockets

General information

The lighter socket can be used as a socket for

electrical equipment when operating and

drive-ready state are activated.

Sockets can be used for the running electrical

devices with the engine running or with the ig-

nition switched on. The total load of all sockets

must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.

The ashtray is located in one of the frontal cup

Do not damage the socket by using non-com-

holders, the cigarette lighter above it in the

patible connectors.

center console.

Safety information

Ashtray

WARNING

In order to empty the ashtray, remove the ash-

Devices and cables in the unfolding area

tray from the cupholder.

of the airbags, for example portable navigation

devices, etc., can hinder the unfolding of the

Lighter

airbag or be thrown around in the car's interior

when unfolding. There is risk of injuries. make

WARNING

sure that devices and cables are not in the air-

Contact with hot heating elements or the

bag's area of unfolding.◀

hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause

burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the

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Interior equipment

NOTE

USB interface/AUX-IN port

Battery chargers for the vehicle battery

can work with high voltages and currents,

The concept

which means that the 12 volt on-board net-

Mobile devices with USB port can be connected

work can be overloaded or damaged. There is a

to the USB interface.

risk of property damage. Only connect battery

A mobile audio device, e.g. a MP3 player, can

chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting

be connected using the AUX-IN port.

aid terminals in the engine compartment.◀

NOTE

General information

If metal objects fall into the socket, they

The following devices can be connected:

can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of prop-

▷ Mobile phones supported by the USB inter-

erty damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or

face.

socket cover again after using the socket.◀

▷ Audio devices with USB port, for example

MP3 player.

In the center console

▷ USB storage devices.

Common file systems are supported. FAT32

and exFAT are the recommended formats.

Information about compatible USB devices can

be found at www.miniusa.com/bluetooth.

The following applications are possible:

▷ Exporting and importing profiles, refer to

page 41.

▷ Playing music files via USB audio.

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

▷ Adding music files to the music collection

and saving the music collection.

In the cargo area

▷ Playing video films via USB video.

▷ Loading of software updates.

Overview

The socket is located on the right side in the

cargo area.

The USB interface is located in the front of the

center console.

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Connecting an external device

Cargo area

Observe the following when connecting:

▷

Do not use force when plugging the con-

Cargo cover

nector into the USB interface.

General information

▷

Use a flexible adapter cable.

When the tailgate is opened, the cargo cover is

▷

Protect the USB storage device against me-

raised.

chanical damage.

▷

Due to the large number of USB media

Safety information

available on the market, it cannot be guar-

anteed that every device is operable on the

WARNING

vehicle.

Loose objects or devices with a cable

▷

Do not expose USB media to extreme envi-

connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones,

ronmental conditions, such as very high

can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while

temperatures; refer to the device owner's

driving, e.g., in the event of an accident or dur-

manual.

ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a

risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices

▷

Due to the many different compression

with a cable connection to the vehicle in the

techniques, proper playback of the media

vehicle's interior.◀

stored on the USB storage device cannot be

guaranteed in all cases.

Removing

▷

A connected USB storage device will be

supplied with charging current via the USB

For storing bulky objects the cargo cover can

interface if the device supports this.

be removed.

▷

To ensure proper transmission of the stored

1. Detach the left and right retaining straps at

data, do not charge a USB storage device

the tailgate.

via the onboard socket, when it is con-

2. Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on

nected to the USB interface.

the left and right.

▷

Depending on how the USB storage device

should be used, settings may be required

on the USB storage device, refer to the de-

vice owner's manual.

Not compatible USB media:

▷ USB hard drives.

▷ USB hubs.

▷ USB memory card readers with multiple in-

serts.

▷ HFS-formatted USB media.

Installing

▷ MTP devices.

1. Slide the cargo cover forward horizontally

▷ Devices such as fans or lights.

into the two side brackets until it audibly

engages.

2. Attach the left and right retaining straps at

the tailgate.

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Interior equipment

Enlarging the cargo area

danger to life. If you are using the middle safety

belt, lock the wider rear backrest.◀

The concept

WARNING

The cargo area can be enlarged by folding

Body parts can be jammed when moving

down the rear seat backrest.

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts

Make sure that the area of movement is clear

at a ratio of 60 to 40. The backrest of the left

when moving the head restraint.◀

seat is connected to the backrest center sec-

tion.

Folding down rear seat backrests

The sides can be folded down separately or to-

The rear seat backrest can be folded down

gether.

from the front or from the cargo area.

Safety information

Before the rear seat backrest is folded down,

hook the corresponding safety belt into the belt

WARNING

buckle on the side.

Danger of jamming with folding down the

backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk of

property damage. Make sure that the area of

movement of the rear backrest and the of the

head restraint is clear prior to folding down.◀

WARNING

The stability of the child restraint system

is limited or compromised with incorrect seat

adjustment or improper installation of the child

seat. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

1. Pull the release upward to release the rear

Make sure that the child restraint system fits

seat backrest.

securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust

2. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.

the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and

correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats

Folding back the backrest

and backrests are securely engaged. If possible,

adjust the height of the head restraints or re-

WARNING

move them.◀

With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured

load can be thrown into the vehicle's interior,

WARNING

e.g., in case of an accident, braking or evasive

With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured

maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Make sure

load can be thrown into the vehicle's interior,

that the backrest engages into the locking after

e.g., in case of an accident, braking or evasive

folding it back.◀

maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Make sure

Fold up the backrest and press it into the latch.

that the backrest engages into the locking after

Make sure that the safety belt is not pinched.

folding it back.◀

WARNING

With a rear backrest that is not locked,

the protective function of the middle safety belt

is not guaranteed. There is a risk of injuries or

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Adjusting the backrest tilt

WARNING

The stability of the child restraint system

is limited or compromised with incorrect seat

adjustment or improper installation of the child

seat. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

Make sure that the child restraint system fits

securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust

the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and

correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats

and backrests are securely engaged. If possible,

adjust the height of the head restraints or re-

move them.◀

To transport bulky items, the trunk can be ex-

panded by setting the backrests at a steeper

angle.

1. Release the backrest, and tilt it forward.

2. Fold the frame up until it engages.

3. Fold back and engage the rear seat back-

rest.

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Storage compartments

Storage compartments

▷ Storage compartment in the center arm-

Vehicle features and op-

rest.

tions

▷ Compartments in the doors.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

▷ Pockets on the backrests of the front seats.

specific and optional features offered with the

series. It also describes features that are not

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

Glove compartment

to the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

Safety information

tems. When using these functions and systems,

the applicable country provisions must be ob-

WARNING

served.

Folded open, the glove compartment

protrudes in the vehicle's interior. Objects in

the glove compartment can be thrown into the

Safety information

vehicle's interior while driving, e.g., in the event

of an accident or during braking and evasive

WARNING

maneuvers. There is a risk of injury. Always

Loose objects or devices with a cable

close the glove compartment immediately after

connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones,

using it.◀

can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while

driving, e.g., in the event of an accident or dur-

Opening

ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a

risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices

with a cable connection to the vehicle in the

vehicle's interior.◀

NOTE

Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can

damage the dashboard. There is a risk of prop-

erty damage. Do not use anti-slip pads.◀

Pull the handle.

Overview

The light in the glove compartment switches

on.

The following storage compartments are avail-

able in the vehicle interior:

Closing

▷ Storage compartment in front of the cup

holders.

Fold up the cover.

▷ Storage tray in the center console.

▷ Glove compartment on the front passenger

side.

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Storage compartments

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Compartments in the

Cup holders

doors

Safety information

WARNING

WARNING

Breakable objects, e.g., glass bottles, can

Unsuitable containers in the cup holder

break in the event of an accident. Broken glass

and hot beverages can damage the cup holder

can be scattered in the vehicle's interior. There

and increase the risk of injury in the event of an

is a risk of injury. Do not stow any breakable

accident. There is a risk of injury or risk of prop-

objects in the vehicle's interior.◀

erty damage. Use light-weight, unbreakable,

and sealable containers. Do not transport hot

beverages. Do not force objects into the cup

Center armrest

holder.◀

The center armrest contains a storage compart-

Front

ment.

Opening

In the center console.

Press button, arrow 1, and open center arm

Rear

rest upward, arrow 2.

Adjusting the height

For 3-door models: in front of the rear seats

and in the side armrests.

Press button, arrow 1, and swing center arm

rest upward or downward into the desired

height, arrow 2.

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Storage compartments

Storage space under

cargo floor panel

For 5-door models: in front of the rear seats.

Located under the cargo floor panel on the

Clothes hooks

right side is a trough for the onboard vehicle

WARNING

tool kit.

Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can

To remove the onboard vehicle tool kit, fold the

obstruct the view while driving. There is a risk

right side of the cargo floor panel upward.

of an accident. When suspending clothing arti-

cles from the hooks, ensure that they will not

obstruct the driver's view.◀

Variable trunk floor

WARNING

With the variable trunk floor, the trunk can be

Improper use of the clothes hooks can

configured corresponding to transport require-

lead to a risk of objects flying about during

ments. To do this, remove the trunk floor, and

braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk

insert it in the desired position.

of injury and risk of property damage. Only

Follow instructions on securing cargo, refer to

hang lightweight objects, e.g., clothing articles,

page 168.

from the clothes hooks.◀

The clothes hooks are located above the side

Removing the cargo floor panel

windows in the rear.

The clothes hooks are located above the rear

doors.

On 5-door models: To change the position of

the cargo floor panel, first fold up the rear part

of the cargo floor panel.

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▷ Always secure cargo against shifting, using

straps, belts and lashing eyes, for exam-

ple.◀

Grasp the cargo floor panel in the rear and fold

slightly upward. Next, pull it backward from the

supports.

The cargo floor panel can be removed from the

Fold up the cargo floor panel in the lower posi-

trunk above the tail lamps.

tion and push it behind the locks, arrow.

You've reached the maximum cargo height.

Lower position

Upper position

▷ Larger objects can be transported.

▷ Space for smaller objects remains between

▷ With the backrests folded down, a long, flat

the fixed and variable trunk floor.

loading surface is produced.

▷ For 3-door models:

Folded up position

Maximum load in this position:

WARNING

330 lbs/150 kg.

Improper use of the variable cargo floor

▷ For 5-door models:

panel can lead to a danger of objects flying

Maximum load in this position:

about during braking and evasive maneuvers.

441 lbs/200 kg.

There is risk of injuries and risk of property

▷ Space for objects remains between the

damage.

fixed and variable trunk floor.

▷ Do not use the variable cargo floor panel to

separate the cargo area and vehicle interior

in the sense of a partition net.

▷ Only use the variable cargo floor in the

folded-up position when the backrests are

folded up and locked.

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Things to remember when driving

DRIVING TIPS

use only mobile phones with direct connections

General driving notes

to an exterior antenna in order to exclude mu-

tual interference and deflect the radiation from

Closing the tailgate

the vehicle's interior.◀

WARNING

An open tailgate protrudes from the vehi-

Hydroplaning

cle and can endanger occupants and other traf-

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

fic participants or damage the vehicle in the

form between the tires and road surface.

event of an accident, braking or evasive ma-

This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan-

neuvers. In addition, exhaust fumes may enter

ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete

the vehicle interior. There is a risk of injury or

loss of contact between the tires and the road

risk of property damage. Do not drive with the

surface, ultimately undermining your ability to

tailgate open.◀

steer and brake the vehicle.

If driving with the tailgate open cannot be

avoided:

Driving through water

▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof.

NOTE

▷ Greatly increase the air flow from the vents.

When driving too quickly through too

▷ Drive moderately.

deep water, water can enter into the engine

compartment, the electrical system or the

Hot exhaust system

transmission. There is a risk of property dam-

age. When driving through water, do not ex-

WARNING

ceed the maximum indicated water level and

During driving operation, high tempera-

the maximum speed for driving through wa-

tures can occur underneath the vehicle body,

ter.◀

e.g., caused by the exhaust gas system. If com-

bustible materials, such as leaves or grass,

When driving through water, observe the fol-

come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust

lowing:

gas system, these materials can ignite. There is

▷ Drive through calm water only.

a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Do

▷ Drive through water only if it is not deeper

not remove the heat shields installed and never

than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.

apply undercoating to them. Make sure that no

▷ Drive through water no faster than walking

combustible materials can come in contact with

speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.

hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or

during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust

Braking safely

system.◀

Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard

feature.

Mobile communication devices in the

vehicle

Perform an emergency stop in situations that

require such.

WARNING

Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid

Vehicle electronics and mobile phones

any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef-

can influence one another. There is radiation

fort.

due to the transmission operations of mobile

phones. There is a risk of injury or risk of prop-

erty damage. If possible, in the vehicle's interior

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from

sistance, are restricted or not available at all.

the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its

There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive in

active mode.

idle state or with the engine switched off.◀

Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the

Objects in the area around the pedals

gear that requires least braking efforts. Other-

WARNING

wise the brakes may overheat and reduce

Objects in the driver's floor area can limit

brake efficiency.

the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.

You can increase the engine's braking effect by

There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in

shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if

the vehicle such that they are secured and can-

needed.

not enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor

mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can

Brake disc corrosion

be safely attached to the floor. Do not use

Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina-

loose floor mats and do not layer several floor

tion on the brake pads are furthered by the fol-

mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clear-

lowing circumstances:

ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats

▷ Low mileage.

are securely fastened again after they were re-

moved, e.g., for cleaning.◀

▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not

used at all.

Driving in wet conditions

▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.

When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,

▷ Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning

press brake pedal ever so gently every few

agents.

miles.

Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause

Ensure that this action does not endanger other

a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re-

traffic.

sponse - generally this cannot be corrected.

The heat generated when braking helps to dry

Condensation under the parked vehicle

the brake discs and pads and protect them

from corrosion.

When using the automatic climate control, con-

densation water develops collecting under-

In this way braking efficiency will be available

neath the vehicle.

when you need it.

Ground clearance

Hills

NOTE

WARNING

If ground clearance is insufficient, there

Light but consistent brake pressure can

might be contact with the front or rear spoiler,

lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out

e.g., when driving over curbs or entering into

and possibly even brake failure. There is a risk

underground vehicle parking garages. There is

of an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress

a risk of property damage. Ensure that there is

on the brake system.◀

sufficient ground clearance available.◀

WARNING

In idle state or with the engine switched

off, safety-relevant functions, e.g., engine brak-

ing effect, braking force boost and steering as-

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Loading

Loading

NOTE

Vehicle features and op-

Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam-

tions

age. There is a risk of property damage. Make

This chapter describes all standard, country-

sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area.◀

specific and optional features offered with the

series. It also describes features that are not

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

Determining the load

to the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

limit

tems. When using these functions and systems,

1.

Locate the following statement on your ve-

the applicable country provisions must be ob-

hicle’s placard:

served.

The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or

YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the vehicle

Safety information

and unstable driving situations may result.

WARNING

High gross weight can overheat the tires,

damage them, and cause a sudden drop in tire

inflation pressure. There is a risk of an accident.

Pay attention to the permitted load capacity of

the tires and never exceed the permitted gross

weight.◀

WARNING

Loose objects or devices with a cable

2.

Determine the combined weight of the

connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones,

driver and passengers that will be riding in

can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while

your vehicle.

driving, e.g., in the event of an accident or dur-

ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a

3.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver

risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices

and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY

with a cable connection to the vehicle in the

pounds.

vehicle's interior.◀

4.

The resulting figure equals the available

amount of cargo and luggage load ca-

WARNING

pacity.

Improperly stowed objects can shift and

E.g., if the YYY amount equals 1,000 lbs

be thrown into the vehicle's interior, e.g., in the

and there will be four 150 lbs passengers in

event of an accident or during braking and eva-

your vehicle, the amount of available cargo

sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit

and injured. There is a risk of injury. Stow and

secure objects and cargo properly.◀

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Loading

DRIVING TIPS

and luggage load capacity is 400 lbs:

▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi-

1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs = 400 lbs.

ble, directly behind and at the bottom of

the rear passenger seat backrests.

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage

and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.

▷ Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not

That weight may not safely exceed the

occupied, secure each of the outer safety

available cargo and luggage load capacity

belts in the opposite buckle.

calculated in Step 4.

▷ If necessary, fold down the rear backrests

to stow cargo.

▷ Do not stack cargo above the top edge of

Load

the backrests.

▷ Small and light cargo: secure with ratchet

On 3-door models

straps or draw straps.

▷ Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo

straps.

Attach the cargo straps, ratchet straps or draw

straps to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.

Lashing eyes in the cargo

area

On 5-door models

Without storage compartment package: to se-

cure the cargo there are two lashing eyes, ar-

row 1, in the cargo area.

The maximum load is the sum of the weight of

the occupants and the cargo.

With storage compartment package: to secure

the cargo there are six lashing eyes, arrows 1

The greater the weight of the occupants, the

and 2, in the cargo area.

less cargo that can be transported.

Stowing and securing

cargo

▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the

cargo.

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Loading

Roof-mounted luggage

Rear luggage rack

rack

General information

Safety information

Installation only possible with rear luggage rack

preparation.

Installation only possible with roof rack.

Rear racks are available as special accessories.

Roof racks are available as special accessories.

Follow the installation instructions of the rear

Securing

luggage rack.

Follow the installation instructions of the roof

Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceleration

rack.

and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.

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Securing

Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the

COOPER

vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they

have a major effect on vehicle handling and

steering response.

Therefore, note the following when loading and

driving:

▷

Do not exceed the approved roof/axle

loads and the approved gross vehicle

weight.

▷

Be sure that adequate clearance is main-

tained for tilting and opening the glass sun-

roof.

COOPER S

▷

Distribute the roof load uniformly.

▷

The roof load should not extend past the

loading area.

▷

Always place the heaviest pieces on the

bottom.

▷

Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., using

ratchet straps.

▷

Do not let objects project into the opening

path of the tailgate.

▷

Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler-

The anchorage points, arrow 1, and the socket,

ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners

arrow 2, are located below the covers in the

gently.

bumper.

Remove the covers before installing the rear

luggage rack.

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