Audi Q5: Storing cargo correctly

Loading the luggage compartment

All luggage and other objects must be properly stowed and secured in the luggage compartment.

Fig. 153 Safe load positioning: place heavy objects as low and as far forward as possible.

Loose items in the luggage compartment can shift suddenly, changing vehicle handling characteristics.

Loose items can also increase the risk of serious personal injury in a sudden vehicle maneuver or in a collision.

• Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment.
• Always place and properly secure heavy items in the luggage compartment as low and as far forward as possible > fig. 153.
• Secure luggage using the tie-downs provided.
• Make sure that the rear seatback is securely latched in place.

WARNING

Improperly stored luggage or other items can fly through the vehicle causing serious personal injury in the event of hard braking or an accident. To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury:

• Always put objects, for example, luggage or other heavy items in the luggage compartment.
• Always secure objects in the luggage compartment using the tie-down eyelets and suitable straps.

WARNING

Heavy loads will influence the way your vehicle handles. To help reduce the risk of a loss of control leading to serious personal injury:

• Always keep in mind when transporting heavy objects, that a change in the center of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling:
  • Always distribute the load as evenly as possible.
  • Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible.
• Never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating or the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating specified on the safety compliance sticker on the left doorjamb. Exceeding permissible weight standards can cause the vehicle to slide and handle differently.
• Please observe information on safe driving

WARNING

To help prevent poisonous exhaust gas from being drawn into the vehicle, always keep the rear lid closed while driving,

• Never transport objects larger than those fitting completely into the luggage area because the rear lid cannot be fully closed.
• If you absolutely must drive with the rear lid open, observe the following notes to reduce the risk of poisoning:
  • Close all windows,
  • Close the Panoramic sliding sunroof,
  • Open all air outlets in the instrument panel,
  • Switch off the air recirculation,
  • Set the fresh air fan to the highest speed

WARNING

Always make sure that the doors, all windows, the Panoramic sliding sunroof and the rear lid are securely closed and locked to reduce the risk of injury when the vehicle is not being used.

• After closing the rear lid, always make sure that it is properly closed and locked.
• Never leave your vehicle unattended especially with the rear lid left open. A child could crawl into the vehicle through the luggage compartment and close the rear lid becoming trapped and unable to get out. Being trapped in a vehicle can lead to serious personal injury.
• Never let children play in or around the vehicle.
• Never let passengers ride in the luggage compartment. Vehicle occupants must always be properly restrained in one of the vehicle's seating positions.

Tips

• Air circulation helps to reduce window fogging.

  Stale air escapes to the outside through vents in the trim panel. Be sure to keep these slots free and open.

• The tire pressure must correspond to the load. The tire pressure is shown on the tire pressure label. The tire pressure label is located on the driver's side 8-pillar. The tire pressure label lists the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for the vehicle at its maximum capacity weight and the tires that were on your vehicle at the time it was manufactured.

  For recommended tire pressures for normal load conditions, please see chapter.

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