Mini COOPER SE, Owner'S Manual

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caught behind the backrest or in between
the backrest and the rear seats.
The red marking on the lever disappears
completely.
Variable cargo area floor
Concept
With the variable cargo area floor, the cargo
area can be configured corresponding to
transport requirements.
General information
Follow instructions on securing cargo, refer
to page 201 .
Removing the cargo floor panel
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 cargo area above the tail lights.
Lower position
– Larger objects can be transported.
– Space for smaller objects remains be-
tween the fixed and variable cargo area
floor.
Folded up position
Safety information
Warning
Improper use of the variable cargo floor
panel can lead to a danger of objects flying
about during braking and evasive maneu-
vers. There is a risk of injury and risk of
damage to property.
– Do not use the variable cargo floor
panel to separate the cargo area and
car's interior in the sense of a parti-
tion net.
– Only use the variable cargo floor
panel in the folded-up position when
the backrests are folded up and
locked.
– Fold down the variable cargo floor
panel before driving off.
– Always secure cargo against shifting,
using straps, belts and lashing eyes,
for instance.
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