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The first aid box may be housed in the stowage compartment on the floor of
the boot, or in the stowage compartment in the left side lining of the luggage
compartment, depending on the version.
Note
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The warning triangle and the first ai
d box do not belong to the standard
vehicle equipment.
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The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements.
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Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. You should
purchase a new first-aid kit as soon as possible after the shelf-life date of the
first-aid kit has expired.
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Before acquiring accessories and emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions on ⇒page 210.
Fire extinguisherThe fire extinguisher* is attached to the luggage compartment carpet by
velcro.
Note
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The fire extinguisher does not belong to the standard vehicle equipment.
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The fire extinguisher must comply with legal requirements.
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Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fu lly functional. The fire extinguisher
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher
will inform you of the next date for checking.
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Before acquiring accessories and emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions on ⇒page 210.
Luggage compartmentStowing luggage
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment
as possible.
– Secure luggage in the luggage compartment with suitable straps on the fastening rings*.
WARNING
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Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle can cause serious
injuries.
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Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly move and
change the way the vehicle handles.
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During sudden manoeuvres or ac cidents, loose objects in the
passenger compartment can be flung forward, injuring vehicle occupants.
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Always store objects in the luggage compartment and secure with suit-
able straps. This is especially important for heavy objects.
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When you transport heavy objects, always keep in mind that a change
in the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.
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Please observe information on safe driving ⇒page 7, “Safe driving”.
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Caution
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Before closing the tailgate, ensure that the stowage compartment tray is
correctly fitted.
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An overloaded boot could mean that the rear stowage tray is not correctly
seated and it may be bent or damaged.
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If the boot is overloaded, remove the tray.Note
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Ensure that, when placing items of clothing on the luggage compartment
cover, rear visibility is not reduced.
Cargo divider net*
The partition grille prevents loose objects in the luggage
compartment from being thrown forward into the passenger
compartment (e.g. under sudden braking).
– Pass the retaining net up between the backrest and the roll-up
cover, and place it in the ceiling allotments - first into the right
one and then into the left one ⇒fig. 126.
– Hook the seat belts into the fastening rings before tightening the retaining net ⇒fig. 127.Roof carrier*Please observe the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:•
For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories approved by SEAT
should be used.
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It is essential that you follow the assembly instructions included with the
bars exactly, being especially careful to position front and rear luggage
compartment cover bars on the specia l housings on the longitudinal bars.
You must also respect their position according to the direction of travel indi-
Fig. 126 Divider net
Fig. 127 Fastening rings
to tighten the divider net
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