General Warning Notes
Warning notes
- Danger of objects falling down
- Danger of objects sticking out
→ Load the roof transport system or add-on modules in such a way that the load does not project over the sides of the roof area.
→ Select the distances between several add-on modules fitted next to each other so that the transported items cannot bump against each other during the journey.
→ Secure load sufficiently to prevent it from shifting during the journey.
→ Check the roof transport system or add-on modules regularly before each journey and during an extended journey to make sure they are seated correctly and securely on the vehicle.
- Higher center of gravity
- Larger area exposed to the wind
- Different vehicle handling
→ Adapt driving style accordingly.
→ Observe speed instructions and general information on the topic "Roof Transport System" in the Driver's Manual.
- Risk of damage to the vehicle roof and roof carrier system
→ Always be careful when fitting and removing both basic carriers on/from the adapters.
→ Always get two people to fit and remove the roof box on/from the roof carrier system.
→ Remove the roof box/wheel carrier from the roof of the vehicle before washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash.
→ Observe total vehicle height when entering car parks, underground car parks, tunnels, etc.
→ Only use soapy water to clean roof box/wheel carrier.
→ When opening the rear lid for the first time, ensure that there is sufficient space between the rear lid and the fitted roof carrier system.
→ Do not drive at more than 140 km/h (88 mph) with luggage loaded.
→ Do not drive at more than 180 km/h (112 mph) with basic carrier fitted without a load.
→ Adapt your driving style to the different vehicle, braking and steering behaviour.
→ Always fasten load securely in the roof box.