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DRIVING TIPS
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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
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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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Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
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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:
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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.
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Be sure that adequate clearance is main-
tained for tilting and opening the glass sun-
roof.
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Distribute the roof load uniformly.
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The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.
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Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.
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Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., using
ratchet straps.
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Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.
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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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