User precautions

Using the tailgate

Before operating the tailgate, check the objects and/or accessories (bicycle rack, roof box, etc.) fitted on the roof bars: these must be correctly positioned and secured, and must not prevent the luggage compartment door from operating correctly.

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Ensure that the objects being transported are evenly distributed throughout the equipment loading area.

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It is prohibited to attach any carrying device (bicycle rack, cargo box, etc.) resting on the tailgate. To install a carrying device on your vehicle, contact an approved Dealer.

Roof carrying equipment

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For information on the range of equipment adapted to your vehicle, we advise you to consult an approved Dealer. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for information on how to fit and operate the equipment.

Please keep these instructions with the rest of the vehicle documentation.

Vehicles fitted with modular roof bars

If the vehicle is equipped, this device enables you to position the roof bars in either the transverse position (carrying position) or the longitudinal position (standard position).

Maximum permissible load on roof bars: 80 kg (including the carrying equipment).

To place the bars in the transverse position:

  • unclip the rotary covers 1 and put them in the vertical position (movement A);
  • loosen the bolts 2 using the torque wrench 7 located in the glovebox;

    • raise bars 3 and 4 and fit them in transverse position 5. To do this, place the bar 3 (movement B) in the front position, then place the bar 4 (movement C) in the rear position.

    Note: make sure that bars 3 and 4 are positioned correctly and, depending on the vehicle, that they comply with the direction shown on each mark 6 located on the mountings at each end of the bars.

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    • use the tool 7 to tighten the bolts 2: markers D and E located on the tool are offset (mark 8);
    • tighten the bolts 2 as far as possible using the tool 7 until markers D and E located on the tool 7 are parallel (mark 9);
    • re-clip the rotary covers 1.

    Note: bars 3 and 4 are not interchangeable.

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    It is strictly forbidden to place the roof bars in the transverse position (carrying position) when entering a roller-type car wash.

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    Roof bars in the transverse position

    The maximum speed must be limited to 80 mph (130 km/h).

    During the journey, check the installation and tighten the bolts every 300 miles (500 km) or so.

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    When not using the bars in transverse position, refit the bars in longitudinal position in order to optimise fuel consumption and avoid air noise.

    To place the bars in the longitudinal position:

    • unclip the rotary covers 1 and put them in the vertical position (movement F);
    • loosen the bolts 2 using the torque wrench 7 located in the glovebox;
    • raise bars 3 and 4 and fit them in the longitudinal position 10. To do this, put the bar 3 (movement G) and bar 4 (movement H) in the longitudinal position.

    • tighten the bolts 2 as far as possible using a torque wrench 7 until markers D and E located on the tool 7 are parallel (mark 9);

    Note: make sure that bars 3 and 4 are positioned correctly and, depending on the vehicle, that they comply with the direction shown on each mark 6 located on the mountings at each end of the bars.

    • re-clip the rotary covers 1.

    Note: bars 3 and 4 are not interchangeable.

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    Make sure that the two modular roof bars are correctly position and locked.

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    The modular roof bars are originally assembled and approved by our Technical Department.

    They are provided together with the bolts 2 and the tool 7. These must only be used for attaching the roof bars to the vehicle.

    In the event of loss, contact an approved Dealer to obtain them.

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    Check that the objects and/or accessories (bike rack, roof box etc.) fitted to the modular roof bars are correctly positioned, evenly distributed and secured.

    Vehicles fitted with longitudinal roof bars

    If fitted on the vehicle, you can transport luggage or additional equipment (bicycle rack, ski rack, etc):

    • on a roof rack;
    • on transverse roof bars fitted onto the longitudinal roof bars 11;
    • directly onto the longitudinal roof bars.

    Maximum permissible load on roof bars: 80 kg (including the carrying equipment).