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118nCargo loading
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
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Securing the load
> Secure smaller, light pieces with the
retaining straps or with a luggage
compartment net or elastic straps (refer
to page 39)
> For large, heavy pieces, see your
BMW center for load-securing devices*.
Lashing eyes are provided at
the corners of the luggage compartment
for attaching these load-securing
devices (refer to the illustration).
> Comply with the information enclosed
with the load-securing devices.
Always position and secure the
load correctly, otherwise it can endanger
the passengers in the event of
braking, swerving or in a crash.
Do not exceed the permissible gross
weight and the permissible axle loads
(refer to page 196). If you do so, the
operating safety of the vehicle is no
longer ensured, and you are in violation
of the law.
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in
the passenger compartment unless
they are properly secured. Improperly
secured objects would be thrown
around during braking and evasive maneuvers
and endanger the occupants.<
A special luggage system is available as
an option for your BMW. Please comply
with the precautions included with the
installation instructions.
Because roof racks raise the center of
gravity of the car when loaded, they exercise
a major effect on its handling and
steering response.
You should therefore always remember
not to exceed the approved roof weight,
the approved gross vehicle weight or
the axle weights when loading the rack.
You will find the specifications under
"Technical Data" on page 196.
Make sure that the load is not too
heavy, and attempt to distribute it
evenly. Always load the heaviest pieces
first (on the bottom). Make sure there is
sufficient space to raise the sliding/tilt
sunroof.