Preparing and loading the ski bag

1. Fold open the center arm rest and the lid on the inside.

2. Open the inside cover and cargo area by pressing the button.

3. Lay out the ski bag.

3. Lay out the ski bag.

4. Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the sharp edges of the skis.

If necessary, open the ski bag zipper to ease loading or to dry the ski bag.

5. Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle.

6. Tighten the retaining strap.

6. Tighten the retaining strap.

Securing the ski bag

Secure the ski bag by tightening the retaining Securing the ski bag

Secure the ski bag by tightening the retaining strap; otherwise, the contents could present a source of danger to the passengers, for example during braking or evasive maneuvers.

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