2014 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA TOURER warning

Storage63StorageStorage compartments................63
Load compartment .......................76
Roof rack system .........................91
Loading information .....................92Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Instrument panel storage
In the instrument panel in front of the
Info-Display is a storage
compartment. Push to open the lid.
Glovebox
There are two gloveboxes on the
passenger side.
To open the upper glovebox, press
button on the left side in the open
storage.
To open the lower glovebox, pull the
handle.
The gloveboxes should be closed
whilst driving.

68StorageRear carrier systemRear carrier system for four
bicycles
The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix
system) allows two bicycles to be
attached to a pull-out carrier
integrated into the vehicle floor. It is
possible to attach two further bicycles
on an adapter. The transportation of
other objects is not permitted.
The maximum load of the rear carrier
system is 80 kg with attached adapter and 60 kg without attached adapter.The maximum load per bicycle on the
pull-out carrier is 30 kg. This allows
the attachment of electrically-
powered bicycles to the pull-out
carrier. The maximum load per
bicycle on the adapter is 20 kg.
The wheelbase of a bicycle must not
exceed 1.15 metres. Otherwise the
secure fastening of a bicycle is not
possible.
If not in use, the rear carrier system
must be slid back into the vehicle
floor.
There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose
during transportation.Caution
If the rear carrier system is
extended and the vehicle is fully loaded, the chassis clearance will
be reduced.
Drive carefully whenever the road has a steep inclination or when
driving over a ramp, bump, etc.
Caution
Consult your bicycle dealer before
attaching bicycles with carbon
frames. The bicycles might get
damaged.
Extending
Open the tailgate.
9 Warning
No-one should be in the extension
zone of the rear carrier system,
risk of injury.

Storage69
Pull release lever up. The rear carriersystem disengages and travels
quickly out of the rear bumper.
Completely pull out the rear carrier
system until you hear it engage.
Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without
pulling the release lever again.
9 Warning
It is only permissible to fit objects
to the rear carrier system if the
system has been correctly
engaged. If the rear carrier system
will not engage correctly, do not fit
objects to the system and slide the system back. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Unfold number plate holder
Lift the number plate holder and fold
it backwards.
Fold out tail lamps
Fold out both tail lamps.
Lock the rear carrier system

Storage73
Use the longer accessory
mounting bracket to attach the
third bicycle to the rack.
Use the short accessory mounting
bracket to attach the fourth
bicycle. The bracket must be fixed
between the frames of the third
and fourth bicycle.
6. Additionally secure both bicycle wheels of the fourth bicycle to thewheel recesses using the
tensioning straps.
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign to the rearmost bicycle
to increase visibility.
Fold the rear carrier system
backwards
The rear carrier system can be folded backwards to gain access to the load
compartment.
■ Without attached adapter:
Push the lever (1) to disengage and hold.
Pull the rack (2) backwards to fold
the rear carrier system.
■ With attached adapter:
9 Warning
Take care when disengaging the
rear carrier system as it will tilt
backwards. Risk of injury.

74Storage
Hold frame (1) of rearmost bicyclewith one hand and pull the loop (2)
to disengage.
Hold rearmost bicycle with both
hands and fold the rear carrier
system backwards.
To increase visibility, the tail lights of
the vehicle are activated when the
rear carrier system is folded back.
9 Warning
When folding the rear carrier
system forwards again, take care
that the system is engaged
securely.
Removing bicycles
Undo strap retainers on bicycle tyres.
Turn knob anti-clockwise and remove
mounting brackets.
Detaching adapter
Detach the adapter before removing
the last bicycle remaining on the rear
carrier system.
1. Fold in wheel recesses.
2. Unbutton the strap.
3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold.
4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear and
remove.

76Storage
Swivel both clamping levers inwards
as far as they will go.
Fold in tail lamps
Swivel in both tail lamps.
Fold in number plate holder
Lift the number plate holder and fold
it forwards.
Retracting the rear carrier systemCaution
Take care that all foldable parts,
e.g. wheel recesses and mounting brackets, are stowed accurately.
Otherwise the rear carrier system might get damaged when trying to retract it.Push the release lever up and hold.
Lift the rear carrier system slightly and
push it into the bumper until it
engages.
Release lever must return to original
position.
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Load compartment
The seats in the third row can be
folded down separately into the
vehicle floor. The seat backrests of the second row can be folded forward
separately. Additionally the backrest
of the passenger seat can be folded.
A completely flat load bay is created
if all rear seats and backrests and
passenger backrest are folded down.
Depending on the loading, only single seats or backrests can be folded.
Rear floor storage cover 3 81.9 Warning
When seats or backrests are being
adjusted or folded, keep hands
and feet away from the moving
area.
Never store objects under the
seats.
Drive only with engaged seats and
backrests.

78Storage
■ Pull the strap and fold down thebackrest onto the seat cushion.
Caution
■ Do not fold the outer seatbackswhile the seats are in the loungeseat position 3 43.
■ Do not pull release lever of the easy entry function when the
backrest is folded down.
The seats could be damaged.
■ Alternatively pull the strap and adjust backrest in vertical position
as cargo position.
9 Warning
Use vertical position of the
backrest only for increased
luggage volume and not as
seating position.
Folding up backrest
Raise up backrest in vertical position.
Adjust inclination by pulling the strap.
Ensure that all positions are engaged
correctly.
9 Warning
Only drive the vehicle if the
backrests are securely locked into position. Otherwise there is a risk
of personal injury or damage to the
load or vehicle in the event of
heavy braking or a collision.
Folding backrest of front
passenger seat
If the vehicle is equipped on the front
passenger seat with a release
mechanism, the seat backrest can be
folded down to horizontal position,
e.g. for very long objects.

90Storage
Removal
Push button on the tightener to
release the strap on both sides.
Detach hooks from the eyes. Unhook
the safety net rods from the brackets in the roof frame. Roll up the net and
secure with a strap.
Stowing
Open the cover of the storage in the
load compartment floor in front of the
tailgate.
Insert the safety net in the storage
and close cover.
Folding tray
Located in the front seat backrests. Open by pulling upwards until it
engages.
Fold away by pressing down past the resistance point.
Do not place any heavy objects on the
folding tray.
Warning triangle
Stow the warning triangle in the
storage of the load compartment floor
in front of the tailgate.
First aid kit
Stow the first aid kit and the high
visibility vest under the driver's seat.