Manual transmission
Starting the engine
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press on the clutch and shift to neutral.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a certain time and is stopped as soon as the engine starts.
See also:
Convertible: cargo loading
Enlarging the cargo area
When the convertible top is closed you can enlarge the cargo area:
To do so, fold the cargo area partition upward.
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Securing cargo
▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with retaining
straps, the floor net or draw straps.
▷ Larger and heavy objects: secure with cargo
straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining stra ...
