Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tailgate or the rear-end door is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
When objects are unsecured or inadequately secured, they can slip, tip over or be thrown about, striking vehicle occupants.
luggage or loads
seats which have been removed and are being transported in the vehicle in an exceptional case
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of braking manoeuvres or abrupt changes in direction.
The centre of gravity of the load may be too high and/or too far back.
This can significantly impair the driving, steering and braking characteristics.
The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired. Overloaded tyres may overheat and burst as a consequence.
The exhaust tailpipe and tailpipe trims can become very hot. If you come into contact with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn yourself.
Slip and/or fall.
Damage the vehicle and thus slip and fall.
Using the lower guide of the sliding door (carriage) as a step can damage the trim and/or mechanism of the sliding door.
If you are using a roof luggage rack, please note the maximum roof load and the maximum load capacity of the roof luggage rack . You will find the maximum roof load and the maximum load capacity under "Technical Data" in the printed Owner's Manual.
The handling characteristics of your vehicle are dependent on the load distribution.
the load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat backrests.
If possible, always transport the load in the load compartment.
Fasten the load to the lashing eyelets and distribute the load evenly among them.
if available, use a load protection net to secure the load More.
Use tie-down eyes and fastening materials which are suitable for the weight and size of the load.
Observe the operating instructions of the manufacturer when using load securing aids or lashing material and the notes on their expiration dates.
If identification is missing or illegible
If there is cord breakage or damage to load-bearing seams or other traces of cracking
If there are cuts, holes, deformations, crushed areas or other damage
If there is damage to clamping elements or fasteners
If the luggage compartment floor or loading area has been damaged in an accident, have the lashing eyelets and the lashing material checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Even if you adhere to all the loading guidelines, an increased load increases the risk of injury in the event of an accident.
permanent deformation and crushed areas
traces of cracking
cuts or holes
Clean the load compartment floor, if necessary.
The load compartment floor must be free from oil and dust, dry and swept clean to prevent the load from slipping.
Lay anti-slip mats on the load compartment floor.
Check and, when necessary, adjust the tyre pressure More.
Never exceed the permissible axle load or the vehicle's permissible gross mass.
The vehicle's kerb weight is increased if accessories or optional equipment are fitted. This reduces the maximum payload.
Observe the notes on load distribution More.
Observe the notes on load securing More and the legal requirements of the country in which you are currently driving.
Observe the information on the carrier systems More.
Check that the luggage and/or load is secure before every journey and at regular intervals on long trips.
Close all doors and the tailgate.
Adjust the range of the headlamps according to the vehicle load More.
Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load More.
Adapt your driving style to the vehicle load.