Loading, storage and passenger compartment for Your Volvo Xc90 SUV 2020

Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can be

easily scratched by e.g. metal objects. Do

not place keys, phones or similar items on

sensitive surfaces.

Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can be

easily scratched by e.g. metal objects. Do

not place keys, phones or similar items on

sensitive surfaces.

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Storage compartment with cover*. The

cover can be opened/closed by pressing

the handle.

Electrical outlets (p. 556)

Using the glove compartment (p. 559)

Sun visors (p. 560)

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One of the sensors for the alarm* is located

under the cup holder in the center console.

Avoid placing coins, keys and other metal

objects in the cup holder as this could trig-

ger the alarm.

Storage compartment with cup holder and

12 V socket.

Tunnel console (p. 555)

Storage compartment and USB port

under the armrest.

Connecting a device via the USB port

(p. 484)

Climate control panel for the rear seats* or

storage compartment.

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Electrical outlets (p. 556)

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Climate system controls (p. 217)

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Electrical outlets

Electrical outlets in the tunnel console

- rear seat*

There are two 12 V electrical outlets and one

120 V electrical outlet* in the tunnel console,

and one 12 V electrical outlet* in the trunk/

cargo compartment.

If a problem occurs with an electrical socket,

contact a workshop - an authorized Volvo

workshop is recommended.

12 V outlets

12 V outlet in the tunnel console, second row of

seats.

Electrical outlet in the tunnel console, second row of

seats.

The high-voltage outlet* can be used for devi-

ces intended for this, such as chargers, lap-

tops, etc.

High-voltage outlet status indicator

light

An LED¹light on the outlet indicates its status:

12 V outlet in the tunnel console, front seat.

The 12 V outlets can be used for devices

intended for this such as MP3 players, coolers

and cellular phones.

12 V outlet in the cargo compartment*.

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LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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Status indicator light Cause

Action

Steady green light

The outlet is providing electrical current to a connected device.

The outlet's voltage converter is too hot (e.g. if the device draws too

much current or if the temperature in the passenger compartment is very

high).

None.

Flashing orange light

Unplug the device, let the voltage converter

cool down and plug in the device again.

The connected device is drawing too much current (at the moment or

constantly) or is not functioning properly.

None. The device cannot be used in the out-

let.

Indicator light off

The outlet has not detected a device plugged into the outlet.

Make sure the device is correctly plugged

into the outlet.

The outlet is not active.

Make sure the vehicle's ignition is in at least

mode I.

The outlet has been active but has been deactivated.

Start the engine and/or charge the start bat-

tery.

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Using the electrical outlets (p. 558)

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Using the electrical outlets

Using 12 V outlets

1. Remove the stopper (tunnel console) or

fold down the cover (trunk/cargo com-

partment) over the socket and plug in the

device.

The 12 V outlet can be used for devices

intended for this such as MP3 players, cool-

ers and cellular phones.

Bear in mind that using the electrical out-

lets when the engine is off could cause the

starter battery to have too low of a charge

level, which could limit other functionality.

The high-voltage outlet* can be used for devi-

ces intended for this, such as chargers, lap-

tops, etc.

The ignition must be in at least mode I for the

outlets to supply current. The outlets will then

be active as long as there is sufficient charge

in the start battery.

2. Unplug the device and put the stopper

back in (tunnel console) or fold up the

cover (trunk/cargo compartment) when

the socket is not in use or left unattended.

Accessories connected to the electrical

outlets can be activated even when the

vehicle electrical system is off or if precon-

ditioning is used. For this reason, discon-

nect plugs when they are not in use to pre-

vent the starter battery from becoming dis-

charged.

If the engine is turned off and the vehicle is

locked, the outlets will be deactivated. If the

engine is turned off and the vehicle remains

unlocked, the sockets will remain active for up

to 7 minutes.

The maximum power is 120 W (10 A) per

outlet.

WARNING

Using high-voltage outlets

Do not use accessories with large or

heavy plugs – they could damage the

outlet or come loose while you are driv-

ing.

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The ignition must be in at least mode I for the

outlets to supply current. The outlets will then

be active as long as there is sufficient charge

in the start battery.

Do not use accessories that could

cause disruptions to e.g. the vehicle's

radio receiver or electrical system.

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Slide down the cover over the outlet and

plug in the device.

1.

The LED²light on the outlet will indi-

cate its status.

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Position the accessory so that there is

no risk of it injuring the driver or pas-

sengers in the event of heavy braking

or a collision.

2. The outlet is supplying electrical current

when the light is glowing steadily green.

Pay attention to connected accessories

as they can generate heat that could

burn passengers or the interior.

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LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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3. Disconnect the device by pulling out the

plug (do not pull on the cord).

Using the glove compartment

The glove compartment is located on the pas-

senger side. The glove compartment can be

used to store the Owner's Manual, maps, etc.

There is also room for a pen and a card

holder.

WARNING

Only use accessories that are not dam-

aged or malfunctioning. The accesso-

ries must be CE marked, UL marked or

have an equivalent safety marking.

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Pull up the cover when the outlet is not in

use or is left unattended.

Electrical outlets (p. 556)

Accessories must be designed for 120

V and 60 Hz, with plugs intended for

the outlet.

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The maximum power is 150 W.

New let outlets, plugs or accessories

come into contact with water or

another fluid. Do not touch or use the

outlet if it appears damaged or has

been in contact with water or another

fluid.

WARNING

Do not attempt to alter or repair the high-

voltage outlet on your own. Volvo recom-

mends contacting an authorized Volvo

workshop.

Do not connect power strips, adapters

or extension cords to the outlet has

this could cause the outlet's safety

functions to malfunction.

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The glove compartment is opened by pressing

the opening button in the center console.

The outlet is equipped with a pet

guard. Make sure that no one picks at

or damages the outlet in such a way

that the guard is disabled. Children

should not be left unsupervised in the

vehicle when the outlet is active.

Locking and unlocking the glove box

The glove compartment can be locked ("pri-

vate locking") when the vehicle is left at a

workshop, hotel, etc. When private locking is

activated, the tailgate is also locked.

Failure to follow the above could lead to

severe or fatal electrical shocks.

Using the glove box as a cooled area*

The glove compartment can be used to cool

e.g. drinks or food. Cooling is possible when

the climate system is active (i.e. when the

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|| ignition is in mode II or when the engine is

Sun visors

Cargo compartment

running).

In the ceiling in front of the driver's and front

passenger's seats, there are sun visors that

can be lowered and angled to the side as

necessary.

The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment

that makes it possible to carry and secure

large objects.

The cargo compartment capacity can be con-

siderably increased by folding down the back-

rests in the second and third rows* of seats.

To make loading and unloading easier, the rear

section of the vehicle can be raised and low-

ered using the level control function*. Use the

load anchoring eyelets or grocery bag holders

to help secure objects in place, and the

retractable cargo compartment cover* to help

conceal objects in the cargo compartment.

The illustration is generic – the design may vary.

Activate cooling.

The towing eyelet and tire sealing system, or

the temporary spare tire*, are located under

the cargo compartment floor.

The illustration is generic – the design may vary.

Deactivate cooling.

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The mirror lighting* comes on automatically

when the visor is lifted up.

Activate or deactivate cooling by moving

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Grocery bag holders (p. 563)

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the control as far as possible toward the

passenger compartment/glove compart-

ment.

The mirror frame has a holder for e.g. cards or

tickets.

Installing and removing the cargo com-

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partment cover * (p. 564)

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Private Locking (p. 270)

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ment/trunk and simplify loading. If the rear

seat backrests are folded down, make sure

that no objects loaded into the vehicle prevent

the WHIPS system for the front seats from

functioning correctly.

Loading recommendations

WARNING

There are a number of things that are impor-

tant to consider when carrying loads in or on

the vehicle.

Load-carrying capacity is determined by the

vehicle's curb weight. The total weight of all

passengers and any installed accessories

reduces the vehicle's load-carrying capacity by

the corresponding amount.

In a head-on collision at a speed of

50 km/h (30 mph), an unsecured object

weighing 20 kg (44 pounds) can reach a

projectile weight equivalent to 1000 kg

(2200 pounds).

Raising/lowering the rear end of the

vehicle*

The rear end of the vehicle can be lowered or

raised for easier loading into the cargo com-

partment/trunk or to facilitate attaching a

trailer*.

WARNING

If objects are loaded higher than the upper

edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm

(4 in.) space between the objects and the

window. Objects placed closer to this

could impede the function of the inflatable

curtain concealed inside the headlining.

WARNING

The vehicle's driving characteristics change

depending on the weight and position of

the load.

The controls for raising/lowering are located at

the rear edge of the right side panel in the

cargo compartment/trunk.

Loading the cargo compartment/trunk

Keep the following in mind when loading:

WARNING

Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may

shift during heavy braking and injure peo-

ple in the vehicle.

Position objects so they are pressing

against the rear seat backrests.

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Heavy objects should be positioned as low

as possible. Avoid placing heavy objects

on folded-down seat backrests.

Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with

something soft.

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Turn off the engine and apply the parking

brake when loading/unloading long

objects. Otherwise, it is possible for the

load to reach the gear lever or gear selector

and move it to a drive position – which

could cause the vehicle to begin rolling.

Cover sharp corners with a soft cloth or

similar to help prevent damage to the

upholstery.

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Use the load anchoring eyelets and ten-

sioning straps or similar to secure all

objects.

Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehi-

cle.

Extra cargo space

The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one but-

ton for lowering and one button for raising the

The rear seat backrests can be folded down to

increase cargo space in the cargo compart-

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|| rear end. Press and hold the relevant button

Roof loads and load carriers

WARNING

until the desired height is reached.

Volvo-developed load carriers are recom-

mended for carrying loads on the roof of the

vehicle.

Volvo load carriers are specially designed to

help prevent damage to your vehicle and help

ensure maximum safety while driving. Volvo

load carriers are available from authorized

Volvo retailers.

The vehicle's center of gravity and driving

characteristics are altered by roof loads.

The rear end of the vehicle cannot be raised

higher than its normal height.

Follow the vehicle's specifications regar-

ding weights and maximum permitted

load.

The rear end will return to the normal height

when the vehicle begins driving.

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It is not possible to adjust the height of the

vehicle's rear when one or more of the

doors or the hood is open. This does not

apply to the tailgate.

Carefully follow the installation instructions

provided with the load carriers.

Weights (p. 645)

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Distribute the load evenly throughout the

load carriers. Place heavier cargo at the

bottom of the load.

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WARNING

Check periodically to ensure that the load

carriers and load are properly secured.

Secure the load firmly using tie straps or

similar.

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Make sure that no people, animals or

objects are found under the vehicle when it

is lowered. This could endanger life and

cause damage to the vehicle or objects.

If the load is longer than the vehicle, such

as a canoe or kayak, attach the towing

eyelet in its front outlet and secure the tie

straps in it.

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Related information

Roof loads and load carriers (p. 562)

Folding the second row backrests (p. 196)

Leveling control* and suspension (p. 420)

Weights (p. 645)

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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel

consumption increase with the size of the

load.

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Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid acceleration,

hard braking and fast cornering.

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Under the floor hatch*³

Installing and removing the cargo com-

partment cover * (p. 564)

Grocery bag holders

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Grocery bag holders (hooks) help keep shop-

ping bags in place and prevent them from

falling over and spilling their contents in the

cargo compartment.

Installing and removing the steel cargo

grid * (p. 567)

On the sides of the cargo

compartment

There are two grocery bag holders and an

elastic band⁴in the hatch in the cargo com-

partment floor. The strap can be attached in

four different positions.

Open the hatch to access the grocery bag

holders. Use the provided elastic strap to

secure shopping bags in a suitable position.

Bags with handles of a suitable size can also

be hung on the hooks.

There are two fold-out holders in the side pan-

els, one on each side of the cargo compart-

ment.

Related information

Using the glove compartment (p. 559)

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The grocery bag holders are only intended

to hold weights up to 5 kg (11 lbs).

Installing and removing the cargo net *

(p. 568)

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5-seat models only.

Additional elastic straps can be ordered from a Volvo retailer.

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Load anchoring eyelets

Installing and removing the cargo

Removing the cargo compartment

cover

In retracted position:

compartment cover*

The load anchoring eyelets in the cargo com-

partment can be used to secure objects with

straps, a net, etc.

The cover can be rolled out to conceal objects

in the cargo compartment.

1. Press the button on one of the cover's

ends and lift out that end.

Installing the cargo compartment

cover

For 7-seat models - remove the third row

seat belt latches from the hooks above the

side panels.

2. Carefully lift the cover up and out.

> The other end will release automatically

and the cover can then be lifted out of

the cargo compartment.

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Operating the cargo compartment cover *

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(p. 565)

WARNING

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Hard, sharp and/or heavy objects in or pro-

truding from the vehicle can cause injury in

the event of hard braking.

Press the end piece on one side of the

cover into the retaining bracket in the side

panel of the cargo compartment.

Always secure large and heavy objects

with a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.

Then put the other end piece in the recess

in the side panel on the opposite side.

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Push the end piece down on both sides,

one at a time.

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Weights (p. 645)

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> When a click is heard and the red

marks on each end piece are no longer

visible, the cover is in place. Check that

it is secure.

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5-seat models

Operating the cargo compartment

cover*

The cover can be used in two positions: fully

open to completely cover the cargo compart-

ment or partially retracted to make it easier to

reach further into the cargo compartment.

Fully open

7-seat models

1.

Grasp the handle and pull the cover out

and above the side panels in the cargo

compartment. Pull the cover to its end

position.

Grasp the handle and pull the cover out

and above the side panels in the cargo

compartment. Pull the cover to its end

position.

With the cover completely open (covering

the cargo compartment), press the attach-

ing pins at the end of the cover into the

grooves on the side panels and release the

cover slightly while pressing the handle

lightly downward to hook the pins into the

grooves.

With the cover completely open (covering

the cargo compartment), press the attach-

ing pins at the end of the cover into the

grooves on the side panels and release the

cover slightly while pressing the handle

lightly downward to hook the pins into the

grooves.

> The cover will be secured in the fully

open position.

> The cover will be secured in the fully

open position.

Hang the third-row seat belt latches in the

hooks provided in the side panels.

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Do not place objects on top of the cargo

compartment cover.

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If your hands are full:

Retracting the cover

1. From the fully opened position:

WARNING

In 7-seat models - never have a cargo com-

partment cover mounted when there are

passengers in the rear seats. This could

lead to serious injury in the event of a colli-

sion.

Lift the cover's handle and pull it rearward

to release the cover's attaching pins from

the grooves. Let the cover retract.

From the partially retracted position:

Grasp the handle and pull the cover out of

the groves to the fully open position. Lift

the handle and pull it rearward to release

the cover's attaching pins from the

grooves. Let the cover retract.

Loading mode

In the fully open position, push the cover's

handle slightly upward with e.g. your

elbow.

2. Let the cover retract with its attaching

pins above the side panels until it stops in

the fully retracted position.

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The cover will retract until it stops in

the partially retracted position.

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To fully open the cover from the partially

retracted position:

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From the fully retracted position - grasp

the handle and pull the cover up and over

the side panels in the cargo compartment.

Pull to the end position and press the

attaching pins at the end of the cover into

the grooves in the side panels of the vehi-

cle. (If the cover is already fully open, see

next section.)

partment cover * (p. 564)

1. Grasp the handle and pull the cover out as

far as possible.

2. Let the cover retract slightly and press the

handle slightly downward.

> The cover will be secured in the fully

open position.

From the fully open position - grasp the

handle and press the cover's attaching

pins down into the grooves in the side

panels and then release.

> Retract the cover until it stops in the

partially retracted position.

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mounting brackets has a screw cover and two

plastic sleeves for the grid.

2.

Installing and removing the steel

cargo grid*

The steel cargo grid prevents loads or pets in

the cargo compartment from being thrown

forward into the passenger compartment

during hard braking.

WARNING

The steel cargo grid may only be used in

the rear position described here. The ceil-

ing attachment points behind the front

seats are not intended to anchor the steel

grid.

WARNING

Press one of the grid's hooks into the

larger hole in the ceiling attachment point

(1).

For safety reasons, the third-row seats⁵

must be folded down when the steel cargo

grid is mounted in the vehicle.

Grasp the grid near the hook and pull/push

it into the smaller hole (2).

> The hook is now secured in the attach-

ment point.

The steel cargo grid and the cargo com-

partment cover cannot be mounted at the

same time.

For safety reasons, the steel grid must always

be installed and secured correctly.

3. Repeat step 2 above to secure the other

hook in the attachment point on the oppo-

site side.

WARNING

Installation

1. Fold down the rear seats and lift in the

steel grid through one of the rear doors or

the tailgate. The curved (convex) side of

the grid should face toward the cargo

compartment and the hooks on each side

of the grid should face upward. The

mounting brackets and plastic sleeves are

not needed in this step.

WARNING

Under no circumstances may a person be

in the cargo compartment when the vehi-

cle is moving. Heavy braking or a collision

could lead to serious injury.

Make sure the cargo grid's hooks are

securely attached in the ceiling attachment

points to help ensure the grid does not

come loose.

The steel grid consists of the grid itself and

two separate mounting brackets. Each of the

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7-seat models only.

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Removing the cover

Remove the steel grid by performing the

above steps in reverse order.

Installing and removing the cargo

net*

The cargo net helps prevent objects in the

cargo compartment from entering the pas-

senger compartment in the event of a sudden

stop or hard braking.

It can be a good idea to remove the mounting

brackets before removing the plastic sleeves

from the holes in the grid.

The cargo net is attached at four points.

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Attach the mounting bracket's hook

through the cargo anchoring eyelet near

the floor of the cargo compartment and

insert the threaded section of the bracket

through the grid's lower attachment hole

(1).

Slide the plastic sleeve onto the threaded

section of the mounting bracket with the

sleeve's flange turned upward and press it

down through the hole. Screw the screw

cover into place until its underside is

approximately 5 mm from the grid (2).

For safety reasons, the cargo net must always

be mounted and secured according to the fol-

lowing description.

The net is made of strong nylon weave and

can be attached in two different locations in

the vehicle:

5. Repeat step 4 for the opposite side.

6. Center the grid and then tighten both

mounting brackets, moving back and forth

between them until the grid is securely in

place.

Rear mounting - behind the second row of

seats.

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Front mounting - behind the front seats.

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3. Insert the net's other upper hook into the

4.

WARNING

ceiling mounting point on the opposite

side.

Objects in the cargo compartment must

always be securely anchored, even with a

correctly installed cargo net.

The telescopic spring-loaded hooks make

mounting easier.

Installing the cargo net

WARNING

Make sure that the net's hooks are pushed

forward as far as possible into their

respective mounting points.

All of the cargo net's upper consoles,

hooks and straps must be securely moun-

ted and attached before the net is used.

Never use the net if it is damaged.

Rear mounting.

For rear mounting:

With the cargo net hooked into the rear

ceiling mounting points, attach the net's

straps into the front cargo anchoring eye-

lets in the cargo compartment.

With front mounting, the cargo net is most

easily installed via a rear door.

1. Fold out the cargo net and make sure that

the upper rod folds out and locks into

position.

2. Insert one of the net's hooks into the front

or rear ceiling mounting point with the

strap lock facing you.

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5. Pull the straps until the cargo net is taut.

Removing the cargo net

The cargo net can be easily removed and

folded up.

1. Loosen the cargo net by pressing the but-

ton on the strap locks on each side and

pulling to allow some slack.

2. Press in the catches and release both of

the strap hooks.

3. Unhook the upper hooks and remove the

net from the ceiling mounting points.

Front mounting.

4. Press the red button on the rod so that it

can be folded. Fold and roll up the net.

Store the net in its case.

For front mounting:

With the cargo net mounted in the front

ceiling mounting points, hook the straps

into the outer eyelets on the front seat rails

behind the seats. Attaching the net is eas-

ier if the seat backrests are upright and the

seats are moved slightly forward.

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Move the seat or backrest only until it

touches the net. Moving it with too much

force or applying too much pressure to the

net could lead to damage.