Stowing cargo

▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as low

▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as low as possible, ideally directly behind the cargo area separating wall.

▷ Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each of the outer safety belts in the opposite buckle.

▷ Cover sharp edges and corners.

▷ If necessary, fold down the rear backrests to stow cargo.

▷ Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests.

▷ Place protective material around any sharpedged or pointed objects that could bump against the rear window while the vehicle is in motion.

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