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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Retaining strap*
The retaining strap can be used to secure items of luggage to
the right-hand side lining in the luggage compartment.– Hook the retaining strap into housing or ⇒fig. 119 .You can attach the strap to the top or bottom housing, depending on the size
of the object you wish to secure.
To secure shorter objects, the retaining strap can also be attached to the
centre. However, this is only possible if the strap is attached to housing .
WARNING
The retaining strap should only be used to hold objects weighing up to 5
kg. Heavier objects cannot be safely secured (risk of injury).
Luggage compartment cover*
The cover blocks the view into the luggage compartment.Pulling out the luggage compartment cover
–Using handle ⇒fig. 120 , pull the rolled-up cover evenly
towards the rear of the vehicle.
– Insert the ends of the bar into the grooves in the left and right- hand side trim ⇒fig. 120 -arrows-.
Retracting the luggage compartment cover
– Lift the bar out of the grooves in the side trim.
– Let the cover roll up slowly.Removing and installing the luggage compartment cover ⇒page 147
Fig. 119 Retaining strap
attached to right-hand
side lining
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Fig. 120 Tailgate open
with luggage compart-
ment cover closed
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WARNING
The luggage compartment cover should not be used as a storage shelf.
Articles placed on this cover could cause injury to vehicle occupants in an
accident or if the brakes are applied suddenly.Net partition*
The net partition prevents loose objects in the luggage
compartment from being thrown forward into the passenger
compartment (e.g. under sudden braking).Pulling out and securing the net partition
– Pull the net up as far as it will go.
– Engage the ends of the bar in the retainers ⇒ fig. 121. Using the net partition with the rear backrest folded down
– Fold down the rear backrests
⇒page 149.
– Pull the net upwards.
– Engage the ends of the bar in the retainers ⇒fig. 121.
Retracting the net partition
– Unhook the bar from the retainers.
– Let the net retract slowly.
Removing and installing the net partition ⇒page 147.
Fig. 121 Retainers for the
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Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Removing and installing luggage compartment cover / net partition
The luggage compartment cover / net partition can only be
removed when the rear backrests are folded forwards.
Removing luggage compartment cover / net partition
– Open the right-hand rear door.
– Fold down the backrests ⇒page 149.
– Pull the net partition in the direction indicated ⇒fig. 122 and lift
it out of the retaining rails.
Installing luggage compartment cover / net partition
– Open the right-hand rear door.
– Fold down the backrests ⇒page 149.
– Fit the net partition on the backrest so that the retainers are located next to the retaining rails ⇒fig. 123 .
– Push the luggage compartment cover / net partition towards the left-hand side of the vehicle as far as it will go.
Fig. 122 Removing
luggage compartment
cover / net partitionFig. 123 Installing
luggage compartment
cover / net partition
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148Luggage compartment liner*
You can use the liner to protect the inside of the luggage
compartment when carrying wet or dirty items.
Lifting the floor panel
–Open the tailgate.
– Take hold of handle ⇒fig. 124 , lift the floor panel and line
up the bottom corners of the floor panel with the recesses .
– Put the items you are transporting onto the luggage compart- ment liner
Folding the floor panel
–Open the tailgate.
– Take hold of the handle ⇒fig. 124 and fold out the floor
panel as far as the rear backrest.
Removing the floor panel
–Open the tailgate.
– Take hold of the handle ⇒fig. 124 and fold out the floor
panel as far as the rear backrest.
– Pull the complete floor panel towards the rear of the vehicle so it comes out of the retainers ⇒ fig. 125.Small items can also be stored under floor panel ⇒ fig. 124.
The space available for carrying items in the luggage compartment liner can
be increased by folding out the floor panel or removing it completely.
Caution
When the floor panel is folded out to the upright position you should not
transport items weighing more than 7.5 kg, or items which exceed 2/3 of the
height of the upright floor panel.
Fig. 124 Floor panel
raisedFig. 125 Floor panel
removed for increased
luggage space
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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Note
It is advisable to secure the items by means of a strap secured to the
fastening rings on the left and the right hand side.Side storage compartment
The CD-ROM player for the navigation system* is located in
the left side compartment of the luggage compartment.– To open the storage compartment, pull the handle
forwards ⇒fig. 126 .CD-ROM player for navigation system*
The CD-ROM player for the navigation system is located in this storage
compartment in the luggage compartment. Separate operating instructions
are enclosed for this system.
Extending the luggage compartment
The two sections of the backrest can be folded forwards either
together or separately to increase the capacity of the luggage
compartment.Folding the backrest forwards
– Press the release lever ⇒fig. 127 in the direction indicated
by the arrow.
–Fold down the backrest.
Returning the backrest to its upright position
– Push the backrest up until it engages securely ⇒. The red
marking on the tab should no longer be visible when the
backrest is properly secured.
Fig. 126 Luggage
compartment: Side trim
with closed storage
compartment
Fig. 127 Backrest release
lever
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WARNING
•Make sure that the rear backrest is securely locked in position so that
the seat belt can provide proper protection on the centre rear seat.•The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during sudden
braking.Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that the seat
b e l t s f o r t h e o u t e r r e a r s e a t s a r e i n t h e i r g u i d e s , s o t ha t t h e y ca n n o t b e ca u g h t
up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.
Ski bag*
You can use the ski bag to transport skis or other extra-long
objects safely inside the vehicle without soiling or damaging
the upholstery.
Fig. 128 Detailed view of
the rear of the rear back-
rest: Ski bag coverFig. 129 Fastening the
ski bag in the seatbelt
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Operating Instructions
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Technical Specifications
Loading
–Open the tailgate.
– Press the release catch for the ski bag cover ⇒page 150,
fig. 128 -arrow- and swivel the cover downwards.
– Pull down the centre rear armrest.
– From the passenger compartment, press down the release catch for the ski bag cover and pull out the cover.
– Pull out and unfold the ski bag.
– The long items can now be loaded through the luggage compart- ment into the ski bag ⇒.
Securing
– Insert the fastening belt ⇒page 150, fig. 129 of the ski bag
into the centre seat belt buckle .
– Pull the free end of belt to tighten.
Storing
– Close the cover of the load-through hatch in the luggage compartment.
– Carefully fold away the ski bag.
– Close the inside cover of the load-through hatch from the passenger compartment.
WARNING
The ski bag must be secured in place with the fastening belt after it has
been loaded.
Note
Do not fold away the ski bag after use if it is still damp.Roof rack / roof rails*Description
Additional luggage can be carried on the roof rack.Note the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:•We recommend using the cross bars from the of SEAT Genuine Accesso-
ries range.•These cross bars form the basic elements of a complete roof rack system.
For safety reasons, however, the corresponding additional fastenings must
be fitted to carry luggage, bicycles, surfboards, skis and boats. All the
components of this system are available from Authorised Service Centres.Caution
Any damage to the vehicle caused by the use of other types of roof rack or
incorrect installation will not be covered by the factory warranty. The roof rack
system must therefore be installed exactly according to the instructions
provided.
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152Attachment points
The roof rack must be attached at the marked points only.The cross-bars must be fitted exactly between the points marked on the roof
railings ⇒fig. 130 . The markings are visible on the inside of the railings.
Caution
A roof rack unit must not be used if the vehicle is not equipped with roof rails
(basic support).
Roof load
Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. The
vehicle's handling is affected whenever you carry loads on
the vehicle.The authorised load on the roof of your vehicle is 75 kg. Use the weight of the
roof rack system and that of the load as a basis to calculate the roof load.
If less resistant systems are used, the roof rack must not be loaded to the
maximum weight permitted. If less resistant systems are used, these must
only be loaded to the maximum weight permitted indicated in the assembly
instructions.
WARNING
•Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. Failure to do so
could result in an accident.•Do not exceed the maximum roof load for the vehicle, the maximum
axle loads or the maximum gross vehicle weight. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.•When transporting heavy or bulky loads on the roof, bear in mind that
the vehicle's handling is affected by the extra weight on the roof and a
possible susceptibility to cross winds. Adjust your speed and driving style
accordingly to avoid accidents.Caution
Please take extra care not to let the tailgate strike the roof load when open.
For the sake of the environment
Roof racks are often left attached for convenience, even when they are not
being used. However, the increased air resistance means that the vehicle
Fig. 130 Attachment
points for cross bars
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