Roof-mounted luggage rack
Saving fuel
Note
General information
Roof-mounted luggage racks are only available
for vehicles with roof rails*.
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Special rack system as optional
accessory
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
A special rack system is available as an optional
accessory.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance, refer to
page 219, can have an influence on fuel con‐
sumption and on the environmental impact.
Follow the directions given in the installation in‐
structions.
Anchorage points
Remove unnecessary cargo
The roof rails* provide mounting points for the
roof-mounted luggage rack.
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts following use
Follow the directions given in the installation in‐
structions.
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
racks which are no longer required following
use.
Mounting
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for raising and opening the glass sunroof*.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.
Loading
Close the windows and glass sunroof*
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on
vehicle handling and steering response.
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
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Do not exceed the approved roof/axle loads
and the approved gross vehicle weight.
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation
pressure, refer to page 207, at least twice a
month and before starting on a long trip.
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Distribute the roof load uniformly.
The roof load should not be too large in area.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Always load the heaviest pieces on the bot‐
tom.
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Secure the roof luggage firmly, e. g., tie with
ratchet straps.
Drive away without delay
Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners gen‐
tly.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
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| Model Year | 2011 |
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