Cargo loads
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When luggage is loaded onto the vehicle,
please make sure to drive slowly and avoid
excessive maneuvers such as sudden braking
or quick turning.
In addition, place the luggage on the carrier
so that its weight is distributed evenly with
the heaviest items on the bottom. Do not load
items that are wider than the roof carrier.
The additional weight on the roof could raise
the vehicle’s centre of gravity and affect
vehicle handling characteristics.
As a result, driving errors or emergency
maneuvers could lead to a loss of control and
result in an accident.
Before driving and after travelling a short
distance, always check the load to make sure
it is securely fastened to the roof carrier.
Check periodically during your travel that
the load remains secure.
NOTE
To prevent wind noise or reduction in fuel
economy, remove the roof carrier when not
in use.
Remove the roof carrier before using an
automatic car wash.
Be sure that adequate clearance is main-
tained for raising the tailgate when installing
a roof carrier.
CAUTION