Tie-downs
Fig. 114
In the luggage compartment: Tie-downs.
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
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There are tie-downs in the front and rear of the luggage compartment, which you can use to secure
luggage or other items
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fig. 114
(arrows).
Elastic straps can snap back towards you if they are not properly attached
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If you use elastic straps to secure items in the luggage compartment, be sure to fist securely attach
them to the tie-downs just behind the rear seat backrest first and then to the and then to the tie-downs
at the loading edge of the luggage compartment.
Remove the hooks from the tie-downs in the reverse order described above, first from the tie-downs at
the loading edge and then from the tie-downs behind the rear seat backrest so that if the hooks come
loose suddenly, they will move away from you.
WARNING
Unsuitable, worn, or damaged tie-down straps (elastic or non-elastic) can snap or come loose
during braking or other maneuvers or in a collision. Objects secured with these straps can
then come loose and fly through the passenger compartment, causing severe personal inju-
ries or death.
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To help prevent baggage or other items from coming loose and flying around, always use
suitable undamaged tie-down straps.
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Securely fasten the tie-down straps to the tie-downs.
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Loose or improperly secured objects in the luggage compartment can slide about sudden-
ly and change the vehicle's handling.
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Secure even small and light objects. Loose objects in the luggage or passenger compart-
ment can fly about during sudden braking maneuvers or in the event of an accident and in-
jure occupants.
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Never exceed the maximum allowable load on the tie-downs when securing objects.
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Never secure a child seat to the tie-downs.
