Owners Manual

Place non-slip mats (anti-slip mats) under
the load to increase load security.
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WARNING
Before releasing the lashing straps, you must
make sure that the load is standing firmly and
that it cannot tip over once the straps have
been removed. Otherwise, you or others could
be injured by the load slipping.
Installing/removing cargo tie-down
points for the loading rails
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To install: slide the cargo tie-down ring
through a recess in the loading rail close to
the load until locking mechanism :
engages in the recess.
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When you pull locking mechanism : up
and out of the recess, the cargo tie-down
ring is able to move within the loading rail.
Make sure that locking mechanism : is
always engaged in a recess.
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WARNING
If not firmly anchored in the loading rail, the
cargo tie-down ring may slip or be torn out of
the loading rail in the event of sudden braking.
The load would no longer be secured,
resulting in a risk of serious injury being
caused by the load slipping. For this reason,
always check the cargo tie-down ring for firm
seating after installing.
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Check the cargo tie-down ring for firm
seating.
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To remove: pull locking mechanism : up
and pull the cargo tie-down ring towards
the locking mechanism and out of the
loading rail through a recess.
Carrier systems
It is possible to mount a roof carrier if your
vehicle is equipped with securing rails on the
roof.
Special mounting elements (grooved plates)
are available as accessories. These mounting
elements are available at any authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
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Securing rails
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WARNING
If you have mounted a roof carrier, the
vehicle’s handling, steering and braking
characteristics may change due to the higher
center of gravity. This is the case particularly
if the roof carrier is laden. Adapt your driving
style according to the vehicle load.
Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. An incorrectly secured roof
carrier and/or load could come loose, fall off
and thereby endanger you or others.
Observe the maximum roof load and
maximum roof carrier load. Loads transported
on the roof must always be secured with
particular care.
Do not allow the load, including passengers,
to exceed the permissible gross vehicle
weight or the gross axle weight rating for your
vehicle.
Transporting loads with the vehicle
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Operation
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