Always stow luggage and heavy objects in the luggage compartment
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.
Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible.
Observe gross axle weight ratings and the gross vehicle weight rating
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Technical data .
Secure luggage to the fastening rings in the luggage compartment using suitable lashing, fixing and
securing straps
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Luggage compartment equipment .
Also stow small objects safely.
If necessary, fold back the rear seat backrest and engage it securely.
If necessary, adjust the headlight range
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Headlights .
Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Observe the tyre pressure sticker
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Tyre
pressure .
In vehicles with a tyre monitoring system, set the new vehicle load level as necessary
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Tyre
monitoring system .
WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a
sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by an
airbag when activated and then flung through the vehicle interior. Please observe the following rules
to reduce the risk of accidents:
Always stow all objects in the vehicle securely.
Small and light objects should also be secured.
Objects should be stowed in the vehicle interior in such a way that they can never enter the airbag
deployment zones while the vehicle is in motion.
Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Stowed objects must never cause passengers to assume an incorrect sitting position.
If an item is being stowed on a seat, this seat must not be used by any passengers.
Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp objects loose in any of the vehicle's open stowage areas, on
the surface behind the rear seat backrest or on the dash panel.
Remove any hard, heavy or sharp objects from items of clothing and bags inside the vehicle and
stow them securely.
WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and increases the braking distance. Heavy
loads that are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and
can cause serious injury.