Roof racks and carriers

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Roof rack

WARNINGS

  • Driving with a roof rack increases fuel consumption and may affect the handling of the vehicle.
  • When fitting a roof rack, read and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

CAUTION

Do not exceed the maximum permissible roof load of 50 kg (including the mass of the roof rack).

Check the roof rack attachment and retighten its fixings in accordance with the following rules:

  • before driving
  • after driving 50 km
  • every 1000 km or more frequently, depending on the road surface.

To reduce fuel consumption, remove the crossbars when they are not in use.

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