Fig. 186
Fitted net partition.
The net partition is intended to prevent objects from being propelled from the luggage compartment
into the passenger compartment, e.g. during sudden braking manoeuvres.
Fitting the net partition
The net partition can be fitted behind the rear bench seat or behind the front seats when the second
row of seats are folded down, depending on the equipment.
• Remove the luggage compartment cover, if necessary
⇒
Luggage compartment cover
.
• Fold out the net partition
⇒
Folding the net partition in and out
.
• Hook the net partition into the left holder in the roof
⇒
Fig. 186
Ⓐ
. Ensure that the transverse
rod is pulled up over the upper position so that it latches securely in the slots.
• Fit the net partition into the opposite right-hand holder in the roof by pushing the rod together
⇒
Fig. 186
Ⓐ
.
• Attach both securing hooks of the net partition to the fastening rings in the luggage
compartment
⇒
Fig. 186
Ⓑ
and pull the straps taut.
Removing the net partition
• Remove the luggage compartment cover, if necessary
⇒
Luggage compartment cover
.
• Loosen the net partition straps.
• Unhook the securing hooks of the net partition from the fastening rings
⇒
Fig. 186
Ⓑ
.
• Detach the net partition from the right-hand holder in the roof
⇒
Fig. 186
Ⓐ
by pushing the rod
together.
• Unhook the net partition from the left-hand holder in the roof.
• Fold in the net partition
⇒
Folding the net partition in and out
.
• If necessary, fit the luggage compartment cover
⇒
Luggage compartment cover
.
Luggage compartment equipment
Fastening rings
Fig. 187
In the luggage compartment: fixed and folding fastening rings.
There are fastening rings
⇒
Fig. 187
at the front and rear of the luggage compartment which can
be used to secure loose items and luggage with the help of lashing, retaining or securing straps.
In the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident, objects could be flung through
the interior and lead to severe or fatal injuries.
• Ensure that the rods are securely engaged.
• Objects should be secured even when the net partition is correctly fitted.
• While the vehicle is moving, no passengers may travel behind the fitted net partition.
WARNING
Improper attachment of the net partition to points not intended for this use can cause
damage.
NOTICE