Instruction manual

25T-Modell - 13/14 - Ausgabe 08/13 - 2354677 - BUE-0029-14EN
Before the journey
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3.3.5 Rear garage/rear storage space
3.3.6 Bike rack (special equipment)
X Do not use storage compartments or rear garages as places for people
or animals to stay or sleep in. These spaces are not forced-air ventilated.
There is a danger of suffocation due to oxygen deprivation or exhaust
from the heater.
X Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross
weight when loading the rear garage/the rear storage space.
X The maximum permitted load of the rear garage/the rear storage space
is 200 kg. Do not exceed the permissible rear axle load.
X Observe: If the rear garage or (depending on the model) the rear storage
space is loaded to its maximum capacity, this will reduce the load on
the front axle due to the levering action. The driving quality is impaired.
Z Depending on the vehicle equipment, clamping rails with clamping eyelets
are mounted in the rear garage or in the rear storage space. Always secure
loads onto the clamping eyelets. Always use tightening straps or lashing
nets for securing the load, never rubber expanders.
Z When clamping loads, always check that the clamping eyelets are placed
tightly in the clamping rails. If the clamping eyelet is not anchored tightly in
the clamping rail, the load may slide or loosen during forcible movements
of the steering wheel or when braking.
Z Distribute the load evenly. Excessive spot loads can lead to damages of
the floor covering.
Z Use the supporting system offered by your dealer if two-wheelers are trans-
ported in the rear garage.
X Observe the permissible axle loads and maximum permissible gross
weight when loading the bike rack.
X Bicycles may protrude at the side by a maximum of 40 cm, measured
from the outer edge of the tail lights. However, a total width of 2.5 m must
not be exceeded. Adjust the attachments for the bikes accordingly. The
lateral overhang must be marked with a red flag.
X Load the bike rack with bicycles only (max. three units).
X Fasten bicycles using the straps provided and check to see that they are
secure after you have driven a few kilometres.
X Check the secure attachment of the bicycles on the bike rack after the
first 10 km and then at each break in the journey.
X Do not use the bike rack as luggage rack or ladder.
Z The bike rack is only to be used for transporting bicycles.
Z The gross weight specified by the manufacturer must not be exceeded.
Z The identification plate and rear lights must not be covered.
Z The maximum permissible payload of the bike rack is 60 kg.
Z When loading the bike rack, observe the centre of gravity. If the bike rack
is only loaded with one bicycle, position the bicycle as closely as possible
to the vehicle wall.