The maximum load rating of the fastening rings is approximately 3.5 kN.
Suitable lashing, retaining or securing straps and luggage securing systems are available
from qualified workshops. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this
purpose.
Luggage net
Fig. 188
In the luggage compartment: luggage net fitted flat.
The luggage net can help to prevent light items of luggage from sliding around in the luggage
compartment. The luggage net also has a built-in pocket with a zip that can hold smaller items.
Attaching the luggage net flat on the luggage compartment floor
• Hook the luggage net hooks into the front fastening rings
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Fig. 188
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. The luggage net zip
must face upwards.
• Attach the hooks on the other end of the luggage net to the fastening rings under the load sill
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Fig. 188
.
Some fastening rings have to be folded out before they can be used
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Fastening rings
.
Removing the luggage net
When fitted, the luggage net is held taut
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.
• Unhook the hooks and loops of the luggage net.
• Store the luggage net in the luggage compartment.
Bag hook
Unsuitable or damaged securing straps could rip in the event of a braking manoeuvre or
accident. This could cause objects to be flung through the vehicle interior and lead to
severe or fatal injuries.
• Always use suitable and undamaged securing straps.
• Pull lashing, retaining and securing straps taut crosswise over the cargo on the
luggage compartment floor and attach securely to the fastening rings.
• Never exceed the maximum load rating of the fastening rings when securing objects.
• Make sure that the upper edge of the load is higher than the fastening rings,
particularly when stowing flat objects.
• Depending on the vehicle equipment, observe the signs about stowing loads that are
attached in the luggage compartment.
• Never secure a child seat to the fastening rings.
WARNING
The elastic luggage net must be stretched when it is secured to the fastening rings in the
luggage compartment. When fitted, the luggage net is held taut. The luggage net hooks
can cause injuries if the luggage net is installed or removed incorrectly.
• Always hold the luggage net hooks tightly to prevent them from falling out of the ring
during installation or removal.
• Protect your eyes and face to avoid injuries from any hooks that may spring out during
installation or removal.
• Always attach the luggage net hooks in the order described. There is a risk of injury if
one of the hooks on the luggage net snaps back.
WARNING