Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual: Driving a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
- Stow all items of luggage securely .
- Accelerate carefully and gently.
- Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
- Brake earlier than in normal driving.
- If applicable, observe the information concerning driving with a trailer .
- If applicable, observe the information concerning driving with a roof carrier .
WARNING
- Secure items properly so they cannot slide about.
- Use suitable straps when securing heavy objects.
- Engage the rear seat backrests securely in an upright position.
Driving with an open tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Driving with an open tailgate is
particularly dangerous. All objects and the open tailgate must be secured properly.
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Vehicle-specific weight ratings
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings All data in the official vehicle
documents take precedence over these data. All data in this manual are valid for
th ...
Other materials:
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Checklist
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related
legislation apply that may differ from the construction of the vehicle. Volkswagen
recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealer before travelling abroad to
find out about any legal requirements and the following points ...
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Notes on push-starting
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings As a basic principle, the vehicle should not
be tow-started. Use jump leads to start the engine instead .
For technical reasons, the following vehicles cannot be tow-started:
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox. ...
