Instruction manual

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Before the journey
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3.3.7 Bike rack (special equipment)
Loading the bike rack with
bicycles
When loading the bike rack, observe the centre of gravity. The centre of gravity
of the bicycles must be as close as possible to the rear wall of the vehicle. The
bike rack should always be loaded from the inside to the outside.
Loading the bike rack correctly:
 Depending on the model, fold the bike rack down or pull it out.
 Place the heaviest bicycle directly against the rear wall.
 Place the lightest bicycles in the centre or on the outside of the bike rack.
 Secure the front and rear wheels of each bicycle with the retaining straps
on the bike rack.
 In addition, fasten the outermost bicycle depending on the model of the
bike rack on the retaining clip or the retaining bracket and to the spacer
respectively.
If the bike rack is only loaded with one bicycle, position the bicycle as closely
as possible to the rear wall.
Z Distribute the load evenly. Excessive spot loads can lead to damages of
the floor covering.
X Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross
weight when loading the bike rack.
X Bicycles may protrude at the side by a maximum of 40 cm, measured
from the outer edge of the tail lights. However, a total width of 2.5 m must
not be exceeded. Adjust the attachments for the bikes accordingly. The
lateral overhang must be marked with a red flag.
X Load the bike rack with bicycles only (max. three units).
X Fasten bicycles using the straps provided and check to see that they are
secure after you have driven a few kilometres.
X Check the secure attachment of the bicycles on the bike rack after the
first 10 km and then at each break in the journey.
X Do not use the bike rack as luggage rack or ladder.
Z The bike rack is only to be used for transporting bicycles.
Z The gross weight specified by the manufacturer must not be exceeded.
Z The identification plate and rear lights must not be covered.
Z The maximum permissible payload of the bike rack is 60 kg.
Z When loading the bike rack, observe the centre of gravity. If the bike rack
is only loaded with one bicycle, position the bicycle as closely as possible
to the vehicle wall.
Z Driving with a folded out bike rack without bicycles is not permitted.
Z Before every journey, check:
Is the bike rack without bicycles folded in correctly?
Are the bicycles securely fastened to the bike rack using the bike rack
belts?